October 2019
Making the most of Blockchain in space
... contracts on the Ethereum blockchain could be used in NASA’s SensorWeb programme, which develops an interoperable environment for a diverse set of satellite sensors. Another space start-up using blockchain is German-based CloudEO which has created...
November 2019
Strategic role of government in space commercialisation
... could also foster the growth of private space markets. In addition, space agencies could increase the number, diversity and size of their R&D contracts and grants, and expand the provision of in-kind subsidies such as launches and...
January 2020
Rule of law vital for humanity’s sustainability and survival
... several private companies and countries including the US, Russia, China, Japan and India, all of whom have diverse interests and goals. Thus, there is potential for geopolitical conflicts, and such conflicts could, in many ways...
January 2020
Collaborating to harness space innovation in healthcare
... generally and one that will continue to grow and develop. To truly thrive, it’s important for collaboration to be more diverse, and that the public sector is closely linked with fast growth SMEs and multinationals. In this way...
February 2020
Europe’s role in space standardisation
... on the classic flow-down of requirements, so this can provide challenges. I believe that the main objective in this diverse ecosystem is to maintain the dialogue between agencies and industry and to take the lessons learned, from both...
February 2020
Aeroshells – from LEO to Mars
... the future of sustainable LEO utilisation, but also to deep space exploration. This is important when considering such diverse applications as practical space debris management and establishing a durable outpost on Mars. About the author Maximilien...
