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EX.PL.RE. A directed energy mission to a nearby star system

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2022

The next frontier for humanity is beyond our solar system, embracing interstellar travel to expand our knowledge of what is beyond our current scope of vision and understanding. This project outlines a Directed Energy mission to the Alpha Centau[...]

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STELA. Starship: impact on the SatCom industry

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2022

Starship, SpaceX’s latest reusable launch vehicle and the world’s most powerful rocket in development, is expected to cause a significant impact on the satellite telecommunications industry. Reductions in launch costs, higher payload masses to [...]

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Test case: optimize lunar outpost specifications

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2022

This study undertakes an interdisciplinary investigation into the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize the establishment of a lunar outpost. It focuses on seven core disciplines: space applications; engineering[...]

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Agriculture and nutrition for a permanent settlement on Mars

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

In this report, the team investigate the feasibility of setting up an agricultural system for a permanent Martian settlement. Although there are similarities, the Moon and Mars have very different environments, and therefore they have vastly dif[...]

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Analog selection tool: characterizing the challenges of mimicking spaceflight conditions

May Li Uy, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This paper explains how the analog selection tool works. A complete documentation and international database cataloguing existing analog missions was put together. Their validity was assessed in respect to the target space mission and their fide[...]

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Astronomical time-series and machine learning

Kevin Guegan, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

In this rapport is presented a search on variable stars (star whose the luminosity varies) thank to an algorithm of Machine Learning: UPSILoN. This algorithm works by the extraction of 16 different features defined from the light curve of the st[...]

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Celestial navigation in the age of GNSS

Kenneth J. Ray, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

Since 1983, the world has enjoyed free access to Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), creating a setting where anyone can pinpoint their location using this space application. The technology is ubiquitous in the modern world, or the Age o[...]

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Changes of optic discs in microgravity and during bed rest studies

May Li Uy, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

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Development of a sustainable off-world habitat utilizing a bioarchitectural approach

Amy Holt, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The negative impact humanity is having on the Earth’s biosphere is becoming ever more apparent, and it has become clear that more sustainable practices are required with regards to how the natural environment is managed. As humans prepare to ret[...]

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Earth's eternal echo : Golden Record 2.0

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

Taking inspiration from the original Golden Record created in 1977 to be included onboard both Voyager spacecraft, we set out to create our own contemporary version of such an interstellar message. How would it differ from the Golden Record? How[...]

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Exploring potential gaps in the outer space treaty

Marcela Saemi Tanaka Aceves, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The Outer Space Treaty is the Magna Carta of space law. However, the negotiations that led to its creation were carried out in a different context from the current one. More than 50 years later, the reality of the space sector has changed. This [...]

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Feasibility study to build a depot in low earth orbit

Alexander Huschke, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This study assesses various possible architecture concepts and design configurations, weighs tradeoffs on systems and sub-systems levels and evaluates enabling technologies for a modularly extendable non-cryogenic propellant and water depot in l[...]

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Feasibility study: the utilization of dye-sensitized solar cells as cubesat subsystem

Thomas Chrétien, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The need of finding renewable energy for space that would have a neutral carbon footprint process and recycling procedure would fit into the eco-friendly initiative Greensat from ESA by ensuring a greener future and an orbital protection. Especi[...]

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Gemini mission: human performance data review of extravehicular activity

John Connell, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The investigation here sought to determine if there are physiological consequences from the additional stress of a spaceflight with EVA as compared to spaceflight alone. The NASA Gemini missions offered a comparison between two astronauts of the[...]

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High-temperature photovoltaic cells for near-sun and interstellar precursor missions

Corentin Guéméné, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This report focuses on missions in which extreme environments are present for the solar arrays and gauges the readiness of current technologies. The missions consist of a Mercury orbiter, a solar probe to study the Sun from up close, and finally[...]

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Human spaceflight: International Space Station Columbus operations

Laia López Llobet, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

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Integrating best practices of LGBTQ- informed healthcare and human performance in space

Arya Gold, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

LGBTQ healthcare is a standard of care given in a terrestrial capacity. It is similar to women’s health in this regard. Women’s health has been incorporated into Human Performance in Space (HPS) at multiple space agencies around the world. This [...]

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Intercontinental suborbital commercial liner

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The team studied the state of the art of suborbital commercial liners to provide guidelines that decision-makers can rely upon to implement suborbital transportation. The research shows a number of challenges, including the current difficulty of[...]

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An inventory of possible microbial species beneath Europa and Enceladus

Laura Beckett, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This report explores the probability of life on Enceladus and Europa in order to address this issue. It provides an overview, beginning with an introduction to Enceladus and Europa, then moving on to Mars and Early Earth conditions to lay the gr[...]

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Investigation into the types of exoplanets that can host life or life forms

Harshitha S. Chavan, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This individual project mainly assesses past conditions of the Sun and the terrestrial planets in its habitable zone. This model is adapted to understand the probability of habitability between different main sequence stars and the effect habita[...]

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ISU ground station automation

Stanislav Barantsev, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The software for the automation of a ground station at International Space University has been implemented. Profound research of the solutions has been performed on the previously implemented setup, different technical approaches were analyzed a[...]

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Life beyond Earth: Enceladus

Stephen Cashen, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This report details the possibility of life on Enceladus. It gives an outline start-ing with an introduction to Enceladus to set the foundation. Then continues to define life and progresses to evaluate previous missions to Enceladus. From the da[...]

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Magnetospheres, habitability factors, and their effect on the evolution of exoplanetary organisms

Graham Kulig, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The presence of an active magnetosphere is one of the most important parameters for determining planet habitability. This review summarizes the current information on the formation of exoplanets orbiting Sunlike stars in an effort to guide the s[...]

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Materials investigation of electroplated 3D printed nylon in the space environment

Samee Rousseau, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This report is divided into two parts. The first part aims to theoretically analyze different types of electroplating techniques to find which one is the best suited to be used in the Space Payload Laboratory (SPL) of the International Space Uni[...]

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Moonport : Moon on-orbit Nexus providing orbital rendezvous and transportation

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The On-Orbit Mobility and Manipulation Team proposes a transportation system that is compatible with the Virgin Orbit upper stage vehicle, LauncherOne. Several other suitable launch vehicles can also accommodate the proposed transportation system.

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On-orbit biofabrication : overview and business perspectives

Davide Antonucci, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This Individual Project explores the concept of on-orbit bio-printing, from its technical aspects to its principal applications, from both the perspectives of in-space and on-Earth final users. Concerning the latter, this report will analyze the[...]

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Pocket payload: a device utilized by space tourists, displaying fundamental microgravity phenomena

Evan Slattery, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

We are approaching the advent of space tourism on a vast scale. Commercial companies are paving the way for the next space tourists. Blue Origin is leading the way with its flagship launch vehicle, the New Shepard, preparing for its maiden fligh[...]

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Prospective markets for terrestrial use of space mining and resource utilization

Finnegan Kallmyer, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

With this individual report, the author attempts to determine if there is a business case to return resources to Earth and if not, what are the potential extraterrestrial resource markets that could form while taking into consideration legal iss[...]

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Reusable rockets economy

Filippo M. Ferruci, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

The high launch costs have been recognized as “the greatest limiting factor to expanded space exploitation and exploration.” (Wertz and Larson, 1996). In this report, different reusable vehicles design and their functioning are explained. The co[...]

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Rudimentary solar observation using a solar telescope

Nigun Nagarajan, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2021

This report covers the observation of the Sun using a Solarscope, which was donated to the International Space University by Dr. Helmut Kessler from Manx Precision Optics Ltd. and Solarscope Ltd located at the Isle of Man. The Solarscope is a re[...]

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