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Assuring Operations of Autonomous Systems

This paper discusses why decisionmakers are facing an urgent need to establish policies that verify and validate the health of complex aerospace systems-of systems.

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Regulatory Challenges for New Space Entrants

The space regulatory environment is facing increasing demand for improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery. This paper discusses recent events as small satellite regulators ...

Assuring Operations of Autonomous Systems

This paper discusses why decisionmakers are facing an urgent need to establish policies that verify and validate the health of complex aerospace systems-of systems.

Setting the Standard: Launch Units For The SmallSat Era

Developing a launch standard for the rapidly growing smallsat industry could yield benefits in capabilities and agility—yet obstacles may hinder widespread acceptance of a standard.

In Your Space: Rendezvous and Proximity Operations Lessons

Rendezvous and proximity operations will soon become routine. What can the space community do to prepare? Using the International Space Station’s requirements for visiting spacecraft is an approach fo...

The Policy and Science of Rocket Emissions

Rockets directly inject combustion products into the stratosphere. These emissions deplete the ozone and alter the radiative balance of the atmosphere. As a result, they contribute to the complex inte...

GPS Transponders for Space Traffic Management

The space community relies on the radar and optical telescopes in the U.S. Department of Defense for tracking satellites. This system is likely to be overwhelmed by the proliferation of small satellit...

Public-Private Partnerships In Space

U.S. government agencies should pursue partnerships with the private sector for satellite communications, navigation, Earth monitoring, solar system exploration, and other space applications to reduce...

Space Traffic Management in the Age of New Space

Solutions to the space traffic problem include minimizing growth in the number of future objects and maximizing the accuracy of orbital predictions. As the number of objects orbiting Earth grows, the ...

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CSPS Speakers Bureau

The Center for Space Policy and Strategy is committed to advancing the discussion about national priorities in space. Our policy experts routinely present their research, analysis, and specialized insights at conferences and symposiums throughout the world. To book a speaker for your next event, please submit a request below.

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Featured Policy Experts

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Barbara Manganis Braun Systems Director , Agile Space Acquisition and Implementation Barbara Braun is the systems director in the Agile Space Acquisition and Implementation group of the Space Innovation Directorate at The Aerospace Corporation.

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Sam Sims Project Engineer , Space Innovation Directorate Sam Sims is a project engineer in the Space Innovation Directorate at The Aerospace Corporation.

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Dr. James A. Vedda Senior Project Engineer , Policy & Strategy Analysis Dr. James Vedda is a senior policy analyst in the Center for Space Policy and Strategy at The Aerospace Corporation.

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Karen L. Jones Senior Project Leader , Center for Space Policy and Strategy Karen L. Jones is a senior project leader and technology strategist in the Center for Space Policy and Strategy at The Aerospace Corporation.

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In the Media

Why Space Desperately Needs a Traffic Cop

Deadly hypersonic debris may spell doom for existing satellites and the thousands more to come as low earth orbit is commercialized.

Protecting the Ozone from Rocket Emissions

Aerospace considers the effects of rocket emissions on the stratosphere—what is known and what is not.

A Policy Primer For Small Satellites

A recent white paper, “Navigating the Policy Compliance Roadmap for Small Satellites,” discusses the applicability of existing policy, and outlines a process for missions to follow to ensure complianc...

International Partnerships Strengthen the U.S. Space Program

The United States will reap the rewards of a stronger and more resilient space enterprise by teaming up with international allies and partners in space.

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Upcoming Events from the Center for Space Policy and Strategy

Greater Security Through International Space Collaboration

Space is critical to fostering security across the globe — how can space-faring nations balance their own security priorities with those of their neighbors in orbit? Join The George Washington University’s Space Policy Institute and The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy for panel discussions on using outer space to create a more secure future on Earth.

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