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An Investigation into Earth Observation satellite orbit optimisation for maximum viewing time of selected sites

Paul Richard Haug Iliffe, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This study investigates the use of a genetic algorithm to optimize the orbits of a small constellation of satellites for the purpose of Earth Observation (EO). For this a numerical simulation with an optimization algorithm was developed. In supp[...]

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Luna Hathor : international deep drilling lunar mission study

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

The motivation for this study is derived from a renewed interest through missions from NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, JAXA, ISRO and CASC with recent talks on permanent human and robotic presence on the Moon. A framework has been developed in the report [...]

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Lunar dust to lunar base

Sema Husseyin, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report reviews previous work done by government agencies such as NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) on 3D printing with lunar regolith simulant and addresses the issues found using this material. The main focus of this report is the s[...]

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Lunar Navigation system

Lei Huang, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report is focusing on the possible exploration activities for the Lunar surface in the next one or two decades, to design a satellite constellation for communication (data relay) and positioning purpose.

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Market entry analysis for commercial space industry in India

Gagan Toshendra Agrawal, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report ‘Market Entry Analysis for Commercial Space Industry in India’ presents the position of India in the World space market and how the changing dynamics of a commercial space industry and economic factors are shaping the competitive env[...]

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Minimum interstellar precursor mission

Anushree Soni, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This project serves as a baseline for edge of the solar system missions using CubeSats, it provides spacecraft design feasibility analysis based on trade-off studies of seven essential subsystems including power, propulsion, communication, struc[...]

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In-orbit spacecraft manufacturing: near-term business cases

Ruslan Skomorohov, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

The recent developments in space commercialization and the entry of new private entities of various size has re-opened the question for in-space manufacturing. This report examines the viability of a broad set of initial use cases for in-orbit m[...]

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Propeller design for high altitude long endurance flights

Mohamed Makthoum Peer Mohamed, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

Platform (UNSP). With only a limited amount of work done on high altitude propellers, this paper examines various propeller theories and the propeller configurations used on high altitude vehicles. A trade-off analysis was performed on several l[...]

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Removal of space debris from GEO using lunar gravity flyby

Syamsurijal Syamsurijal, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report describes an individual project which investigates the effectiveness of geosynchronous debris clean up mission using lunar gravity flyby. Debris removal in Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) is naturally more difficult compare to Low-Ea[...]

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Resource economy for an outer space based industry

Adrian Babis, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

Being at the dawn of the 21st century, regarded by many as the beginning of a space age, there is a need to investigate new and innovative concepts in order to sustain technological development driving humanity’s expansion into the cosmos. The e[...]

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Review analysis of reusable launch vehicle for human suborbital commercial spaceflight

Farhan Abdullah, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report describes a proposed assessment framework to evaluate case studies of Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) concept for human suborbital commercial spaceflight. Overall this report will serve as a guideline for users to evaluate case studies[...]

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How to - Search for eBooks in the Library online catalog

ISU library, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

Follow the instructions to search for ebooks in the Library university catalog.

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SEDNA: planetary protection in missions to icy moons : analysis and technology roadmap

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

In recent years the astrobiology community has become increasingly interested in the environmental conditions of icy moons in the Solar System, such as Enceladus, Titan, and Ganymede. It is believed that on several of these moons there are the t[...]

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Sensing progress : space solutions for food & water security. White paper

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This White Paper acknowledges the importance of informing decision-makers about the role that spacebased information can play in the development and implementation of policies designed to enhance local and regional food and water security in th[...]

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Space big data : overcoming barriers, creating value

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report provides a definition of space big data and presents a comprehensive analysis of the activities of stakeholders within the space big data value chain. After this preliminary identification, we identify the key challenges faced by eac[...]

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Spin-off as a marketing tool in China

Eryi Xu, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

Emerging countries are coping with many economic challenges and therefore a number of financial priorities. In order to bring space applications higher on the priority list, it is therefore of paramount importance to convince decision makers abo[...]

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Starport 1

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

"For centuries, humans have imagined living in space and, since the beginning of the space age, this has become a reality for a few hundred fortunate people. Over the past 10 years, space has become more accessible to people all over the world t[...]

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A study of systems engineering standards

Luhang Liu, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report details the principles of systems engineering and the development paths of the systems engineering standards. It provides the detailed analysis and comparison of the various standards according to the background, contents, level, cha[...]

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Using GPS signals for atmospheric research

Jun Shen, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report discuss GPS occultation atmosphere detect history, method, project and future technology trend. Firstly, the report introduced the GPS System and the theory of GPS occultation atmospheric sounding. Secondly, the report gives a review[...]

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Active debris removal in LEO

Zhao Yi, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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AMS-02 ram radiator thermal trend analysis

Elisabeth Esther, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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Asteroid mining : the case for a european venture

Shar Mansoor, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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Astra Planeta

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

If human beings are to expand their existence beyond the Solar System, a spacecraft must be built to navigate through interstellar space. This paper addresses interstellar travel using a slower-than-light, self-sustaining worldship to carry huma[...]

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Biological life support systems for future spaceflight missions

Brian Ramos, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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Blue Marble : space solutions for water management

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

This project invistigates the present state of global freshwater management and how space is currently utilized. The project methodology employs an interdisciplinary approach to identifying and assessing best practices from the space community w[...]

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A complete course in modern cosmology

Chaitra Chaitra, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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Computational fluid dynamics modelling and analysis of a SCRamjet engine

Fergus Russel-Conway, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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A decision-making method in the developing process of reusable launch vehicle for next generation of space transportation

Guang Chen, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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A design study on the global freshwater resource monitoring payload attached to the JEM-EF 2014-11-28

Guobao Wang, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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Developing an environmental chamber for Mars analogue studies

Christopher Patrick Kenny, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

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