Weekly New Space Economy Newsletter January 8, 2024

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Presentation: SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft (SpaceX 2023)

This article summarizes the key points of the presentation.

SpaceX’s Crew Dragon Capsule Thermal Control System: An Overview

SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule utilizes several integrated systems to provide thermal regulation for astronauts during all phases of flight. A liquid-based Thermal Control System (TCS) with pumps and exterior radiators…

Goddard Interplanetary Navigation Technology: Enabling Deep Space Exploration

The ability to accurately navigate spacecraft through the vast distances of space is critical for the success of deep space science and exploration missions. To achieve this, NASA's Goddard Space…

Navigating the Vast Expanses: How Deep Space Spacecraft Chart Their Course

Venturing beyond the comforting embrace of Earth's atmosphere and magnetic field to explore the farthest reaches of the solar system poses exceptional navigational challenges. Unlike aircraft that have access to…

Risk Matrix Process and Applicability to Outer Space Activities

A risk matrix is an essential tool used in risk management processes across many industries, including outer space activities. It provides a means to visualize, assess, and prioritize risks based…

The Commercial Spaceflight Federation: Paving the Way for the New Space Economy

The commercial space industry has seen growth over the past two decades. Much of this can be attributed to the emergence of new private companies aiming to provide affordable and…

The Meaning Behind the Saying “Space is Hard”

For decades, "Space is hard" has been a common refrain in the space community. It succinctly encapsulates the immense challenges involved with accessing the vacuum of space and pushing the…

The Hidden Threat of Space Radiation

High above Earth's protective atmosphere, spacecraft face a constant barrage of radiation from cosmic rays and solar storms. This space radiation can wreak havoc on onboard computers and electronics, causing…

Safeguarding The Space Economy: Radiation Protection Technology

The growth of the space economy, encompassing areas such as satellite communications, space tourism, asteroid mining, and space-based solar power, relies heavily on the ability to operate safely in the…

Biosphere 2 and the Space Economy

Biosphere 2 is a unique research facility located in the desert of southern Arizona. Originally conceived in the 1970s as an experimental prototype for self-sustaining human habitats on other planets,…

Report: NASA’s Plan for Sustained Lunar Exploration and Development (NASA 2020)

NASA aims to establish a sustained human presence on the Moon through the Artemis program, with the goal of using the Moon as a stepping stone for eventual human exploration…

Assuming UFOs are Real – Why Haven’t Extraterrestrials Made Formal Contact With Humanity?

The possibility that extraterrestrial civilizations exist and have visited Earth has captivated humanity's imagination for decades. However, no extraterrestrial civilization has formally announced its presence or initiated widespread contact with…

Overview of Risks Associated With Space Activities

Space activities such as launches, satellite operations, and human spaceflight all involve inherent risks that must be carefully assessed and mitigated. A robust risk assessment process is essential for ensuring…

The Social and Cultural Aspects of Space Settlement

The prospect of permanent human settlement beyond Earth is an exciting one that promises opportunities for scientific discovery, economic expansion, and new frontiers for human civilization. However, space settlement also…

Report: NASA’s Planetary Science Portfolio (OIG 2020)

This report is a review by NASA's Office of Inspector General assessing the management of NASA's planetary science portfolio.

Overview of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services Program

The Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program is an initiative by NASA to enable rapid, frequent, and affordable access to the lunar surface. The goal is to help establish a…

SpaceX Launches Revolutionary Direct to Device Satellite Connectivity

SpaceX made history in January 2024, by launching the first six satellites equipped with Direct to Device (D2D) technology, which will allow standard unmodified smartphones to connect directly to satellites…

Report: Space Nuclear Propulsion for Human Mars Exploration (NAP 2021)

The report discusses the potential use of nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) and nuclear electric propulsion (NEP) systems to enable human exploration missions to Mars. It focuses on an "opposition-class" crewed…

Report: Results of a Search for Records Concerning the 1947 Crash Near Roswell, New Mexico (GAO 1995)

This article summarizes the key points of the report.

Searching for Alien Technosignatures Using Oxygen

The search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) has long focused on detecting signals from alien civilizations. But in recent years, scientists have expanded the search to look for potential "technosignatures" -…

Canadian Remote Sensing Space Systems Act

The Canadian Remote Sensing Space Systems Act is legislation that regulates the operation of remote sensing space systems by Canadian entities and individuals. Its primary intent is to ensure that…

Quantum Communication Links and Their Relevance to the Space Economy

Quantum communication links are advanced technological systems that utilize the principles of quantum mechanics to transmit information securely. This technology leverages quantum bits or qubits, which, unlike classical bits, can…

The National Archives: A Repository of UAP/UFO Records

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) in the United States is home to an extensive collection of government records related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), commonly known as UFOs.…

Human Analog Missions and Their Importance

Human analog missions are meticulously designed simulations that replicate various aspects of space missions on Earth. These simulations are vital in preparing for the complexities of space exploration. They allow…

The Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment (MOXIE): Current Status and Future Prospects

The Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment, known as MOXIE, is a pioneering technology demonstration housed aboard NASA's Perseverance rover, which landed on Mars in February 2021. As humanity eyes…

In-Situ Resource Utilization: Paving the Way for Sustainable Space Exploration

In-situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) is a pivotal concept in the field of space exploration and development, representing a suite of strategies for harnessing and processing local materials on other planets,…

Geology of the Moon

The Moon, Earth's only natural satellite, presents a fascinating study in geological diversity and complexity. Understanding the Moon's geology not only unravels the history of our celestial neighbor but also…

What is Orbital Refilling?

Orbital refilling, often referred to as in-space refueling, is a concept and an emerging practice in the field of space exploration and operations. It involves the transfer of propellants, and…

The Rules of the Sea and Their Application to the Space Economy

The rules of the sea, also known as maritime law or the Law of the Sea, have evolved over centuries to govern the behavior of nations and individuals in the…

What is the Precautionary Principle and Its Relevance to the Space Economy?

The Precautionary Principle is a risk management strategy that is invoked when there's plausible, yet uncertain, risk of serious or irreversible damage to the environment or human health. It suggests…

Vanguard 1: Pioneering the Way for Space Exploration

Launched on March 17, 1958, Vanguard 1 was the fourth artificial satellite to successfully reach Earth orbit and the first satellite to be solar powered. Though small, with the satellite…

Paper: From Space Debris to NEO, Some of the Major Challenges for the Space Sector (2020)

This article summarizes the key points of the paper.

Paper: Current Challenges and Opportunities for Space Technologies (2020)

This article summarizes the key points of the paper.

Lagrange Points: Definition and Importance

Lagrange Points, also known as Lagrangian Points or L-points, are specific locations in space where the gravitational forces of a two-body system, such as the Earth and the Moon or…

Paper: Methods of Conducting Space Tourism Activities in the Light of International Law – How to Remedy Potential Conflict of Laws? (GISOJ 2023)

The paper analyzes the concept of space tourism and the methods required to conduct such activities under international law. It highlights challenges for international space law, especially regarding suborbital flights,…

Paper: Space Commerce and Its Economic Implications for the U.S.: A Review (WJARR 2023)

This paper comprehensively analyzes the commercialization of space and its economic implications for the United States. It assesses the scope, significance, dynamics, economic contributions, challenges, and future prospects of space…

The Titanic Submersible Disaster and Its Impact on the Space Economy

The Titanic submersible disaster, involving a deep-sea tourist submersible visiting the wreck of the RMS Titanic, might not seem directly connected to the space economy at first glance. However, exploring…

Report: Truth in Data: Responsible Governance of Earth Observation Data (ACSG 2023)

This article summarizes the key points of the report.

Starlink: SpaceX’s new internet service could be a gamechanger in Africa

It’s hard for many of us to imagine a world without instant, limitless internet access. Some have even argued that it should, alongside access to clean water and electricity, be…

The Possibility of Alien Life in Outer Space Gas Clouds

Outer space is filled with various forms of gas clouds, often known as nebulae. These structures can be immense, spanning light years across, and are primarily composed of hydrogen, helium,…

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