Weekly New Space Economy Newsletter October 9, 2023

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How Can Space Technology Help With Marine Oil Pollution Monitoring?

The issue of marine oil pollution presents a complex challenge with significant environmental, economic, and social implications. Traditional methods of monitoring and mitigating the effects of oil spills, such as…

The Outer Space Treaty of 1967: A Review and Military Implications

The Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies—commonly known as the Outer Space Treaty—was…

Report: UK Severe Weather Preparedness Strategy (UK Gov 2021)

This document outlines the UK government's approach to managing the risk of severe space weather events and enhancing the country's resilience to such events over the next five years. The…

The Economic Value of Space Exploration – A Quick Overview

The notion of exploring outer space often captivates the imagination with thoughts of adventure and discovery. However, space exploration is not just a scientific endeavor; it has significant economic implications…

Origin and Development of GPS: A Military Initiative

The Global Positioning System (GPS) was originally developed by the United States Department of Defense for military navigation but was later made available for civilian use. The primary motivation for…

What are Gravitational Waves and Relevance to the Space Economy?

Gravitational waves, once a theoretical concept, have now become an observable phenomenon that is shaping our understanding of the universe. This article explores what gravitational waves are, how they are…

Paper: The Short-Term Effects of the Cosmos 1408 Fragmentation on Neighboring Inhabited Space Stations and Large Constellations (2023)

The paper discusses the impact of the anti-satellite test carried out by Russia in November 2021, which led to the destruction of the Cosmos 1408 satellite.

Multi-Messenger Astronomy: An Overview

Multi-Messenger Astronomy is an emerging field that involves observing astrophysical phenomena using multiple types of "messengers" or signals. These messengers can include electromagnetic radiation (such as visible light, radio waves,…

The Search for Extraterrestrial Life in Popular Culture

The possibility of life existing beyond planet Earth has fascinated humankind for centuries. While the scientific search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) has yielded no definitive evidence of alien civilizations so…

What is Ufology and its Relevance to the Space Economy?

Ufology is the study of unidentified flying objects (UFOs), phenomena that cannot be easily explained through conventional scientific understanding or military identification. While often relegated to the realm of the…

The Indian Ocean Geoid Low – A Unique Gravity Anomaly

The geoid is an equipotential surface of Earth's gravitational field, serving as an idealized representation of Earth's "sea level." It is a surface where the gravitational potential is constant and…

Satellite Altimetry: Understanding Earth’s Oceans and Ice Sheets

Satellite altimetry is a remote sensing technique that utilizes satellites to measure the altitude of Earth's surface features, such as oceans, ice sheets, and even land masses. The method predominantly…

Report: Explore to Exploit: A Data-Centred Approach to Space Mining Regulation (2021)

The paper discusses the need for a regulatory regime for space mining due to recent advancements in the launch industry and the development of a private space economy. The author…

What is the Space Surveillance Network and Why is it Important?

The United States Space Surveillance Network (SSN) is a system that detects, tracks, catalogs, and identifies man-made objects orbiting Earth, such as satellites and space debris. Managed by the United…

Report: New Technologies are Challenging EU in Outer Space (DIIS 2023)

This document discusses the increasing commercialization and militarization of outer space, intensifying geopolitical competition and reshaping international relations.

How Does Fiction Characterize Extraterrestrial Life?

Extraterrestrial life has long captured the imagination of humanity, serving as a focal point for our collective anxieties, hopes, and curiosities. Fiction, whether in the form of literature, films, or…

SpaceX Starship and Its Potential Impact on Satellite Constellation Business Models

SpaceX, the American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company, has been at the forefront of revolutionizing space technology. One of its most ambitious projects is the Starship spacecraft, designed to…

The Impact of SpaceX Starship on Space Economy Business Models

The advent of SpaceX's Starship has the potential to significantly impact the business models in the space economy. This spacecraft, envisioned as a fully reusable system capable of carrying large…

SpaceX Starship and Satellite Design: Potential Influences and Implications

The SpaceX Starship is a fully reusable spacecraft designed by SpaceX, the aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company founded by Elon Musk. Unlike traditional launch vehicles, which are largely expendable,…

What is the IAF and Its Relevance to the Space Economy?

The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is a non-governmental organization founded in 1951, which serves as an umbrella organization for various institutions, industries, and individuals engaged in the field of astronautics.…

What is COSPAR and Its Relevance to the Space Economy?

The Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) is an international organization founded in 1958 by the International Council for Science (ICSU). It serves as a platform for the promotion of scientific…

Sovereign Capability: Weighing the Relative Strategic Importance of Launch, Satellite, Human Spaceflight, and Data Analysis

Sovereign capability in space has become an important strategic consideration for nations around the globe. With advancements in technology and an increasing reliance on space-based assets for communications, navigation, and…

Paper: Is There an Earth-like Planet in the Distant Kuiper Belt? (2023)

This research paper investigated the possibility of an Earth-like planet in the distant Kuiper Belt, a region of the solar system beyond Neptune. They used N-body computer simulations to study…

What is OSC and Its Relevance to the Space Economy?

The Office of Space Commerce (OSC) is a governmental body within the United States Department of Commerce that serves as an interface between the public and private sectors in the…

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