Catalog

Technical programme

IAC-26 — 77th International Astronautical Congress

A1. IAF/IAA SPACE LIFE SCIENCES SYMPOSIUM

This symposium jointly organised by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) and the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) addresses all aspects of space life sciences research and practice in human and robotic spaceflight, from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to the universe beyond, and from the Big Bang to the lives of future explorers on other planets of our solar system.

Coordinator

Alain Maillet
MEDES - IMPS — France

Elena Fomina
State Scientific Center of Russian Federation, Institute of Biomedical Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences — Russian Federation

A1.1. Behaviour, Performance and Psychosocial Issues in Space

This session considers psychosocial, interpersonal, cultural, cognitive, sleep, circadian rhythm and human factors issues and countermeasures related to human spaceflight and space exploration.

Co-Chair

Nick Kanas
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) — United States

Gro M. Sandal
University of Bergen — Norway

A1.2. Human Physiology in Space

This session focuses on physiological effects of short- and long-duration spaceflight, and how this affects general health. Research into mitigation (countermeasures) of space effects are also included.

Co-Chair

Elena Fomina
State Scientific Center of Russian Federation, Institute of Biomedical Problems, Russian Academy of Sciences — Russian Federation

Jens Jordan
Institute of Aerospace Medicine (DLR) — Germany

Rapporteur

Alain Maillet
MEDES - IMPS — France

Angelique Van Ombergen
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

A1.3. Medical Care for Humans in Space

This session focuses on medical care for astronauts including operational medicine aspects, countermeasure development and applications, as well as needs for future care for astronauts during long term, stays in space and missions to and on the Moon and Mars. A further focus will lie on medical care for passengers and operators of commercial suborbital and orbital space flights.

Co-Chair

Satoshi Iwase
Aichi Medical University — Japan

Oleg Orlov
Institute of Biomedical Problems (IBMP), Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) — Russian Federation

Rapporteur

Hasan Birol Cotuk
— Türkiye

Katrin Stang
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

A1.4. Medicine in Space and Extreme Environments

Over the last decades numerous space missions and experiments have taken place. The use of microgravity as a tool to study new fundamentals of life revealed a substantial number of new scientific insights and surprises. Space is the most famous extreme environment but different extreme environments also exist on Earth, such as high altitudes, confined and isolated environments like Antarctica and Arctica or even submarines. Results from research in these environments can be successfully applied for the benefits of human beings both in space and on Earth. This session will cover the latest scientific results and technological achievements from medical-physiological or psychological research in extreme environments for the benefit on Earth.

Co-Chair

Oleg Orlov
Institute of Biomedical Problems (IBMP), Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) — Russian Federation

Hanns-Christian Gunga
Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin — Germany

Rapporteur

Jeffrey R. Davis
Exploring 4 Solutions — United States

Alexander Choukér
University of Munich — Germany

A1.5. Radiation Fields, Effects and Risks in Human Space Missions

The major topics of this session are the characterization of the radiation environment by theoretical modeling and experimental data, radiation effects on physical and biological systems, countermeasures to radiation and radiation risk assessment.

Co-Chair

Lawrence Pinsky
University of Houston — United States

Günther Reitz
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Rapporteur: Premkumar Saganti
Prairie View A&M University — United States

A1.6. Advancements in Astrobiology and Space Exploration

This session offers an insightful exploration of the latest advancements in astrobiology and space exploration. From ambitious human missions to the Moon and Mars to cutting-edge robotic exploration of Mars subsurface and ocean worlds like Europa, and Enceladus, this session covers all aspects of astrobiology. Therefore, this scientific gathering seeks to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange on extremophiles research, exobiology, biosignature detection, planetary protection, space exploration technology, and the quest to find evidence of habitability and life beyond our home planet.

Co-Chair

Fathi Karouia
NASA Ames Research Center, Blue Marble Space Institute Of Science; BioServe Space Technologies, University of Colorado Boulder — United States

Stephan Ulamec
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

A1.7. Life Support, habitats and EVA Systems

This session will address strategies, solutions and technologies in providing for human requirements during future deep space and planetary/lunar surface exploration.

Co-Chair

Gisela Detrell
Technical University of Munich (TUM) — Germany

Lucie Poulet
Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA) — France

Rapporteur: Hong Liu
Xi'an Satellite Control Centre (XSCC) — China

A1.8. Biology in Space

This session focuses on all aspects of biology and biological systems related to gravity in ground-based and space flight experiments as well as on topics not covered by other sessions of this symposium.

Co-Chair

Didier Chaput
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Jancy C. McPhee
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Johnson Space Center — United States

Rapporteur: Marta Del Bianco
Italian Space Agency (ASI) — Italy

A1.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF/IAA SPACE LIFE SCIENCES SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Life Sciences addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific eight minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips, etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Didier Chaput
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Jancy C. McPhee
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Johnson Space Center — United States

A2. IAF MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND PROCESSES SYMPOSIUM

The objective of the Microgravity Science and Processes Symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), is to highlight and discuss the state of the art in microgravity (reduced-gravity) physical sciences and processes, as well as to prepare for future orbital infrastructure. Session topics cover all microgravity science disciplines (material science, fluid physics, combustion science, fundamental physics), current results and research perspectives, together with relevant technology developments.

Coordinator

Angelika Diefenbach
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Remi Canton
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Qiu-Sheng Liu
Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences — China

A2.1. Fundamental Physics in Low Gravity

This session is devoted to low gravity and microgravity experiments addressing research in fundamental physics. Focus areas include quantum physics, soft matter and general relativity.

Co-Chair

Thomas Driebe
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

Vladimir Pletser
Blue Abyss — United Kingdom

A2.2. Fluid and Materials Sciences

The main focus of the session is on perspective research fields in fluid and materials sciences, multi-phase and chemically reacting flows including theoretical modeling, numerical simulations, and results of pathfinder laboratory and space experiments.

Co-Chair

Nickolay N. Smirnov
Lomonosov Moscow State University — Russian Federation

Qi Kang
National Microgravity Laboratory, Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. — China

A2.3. Microgravity Experiments from Sub-Orbital to Orbital Platforms Science

This session presents recent results of microgravity experiments from all disciplines using different microgravity platforms, including drop towers, parabolic aircrafts, sounding rockets and capsules.

Co-Chair

Raffaele Savino
University of Naples "Federico II" — Italy

Rainer Willnecker
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Rapporteur: Vladimir Pletser
Blue Abyss — United Kingdom

A2.4. Microgravity Experiments on board of Suborbital Platforms and Space Stations

This session is focused on the results of ground based preparatory experiments from all disciplines in physical sciences.

Co-Chair

Valentina Shevtsova
University of Mondragon — Spain

Antonio Viviani
Università degli Studi della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli" — Italy

Rapporteur: Nickolay N. Smirnov
Lomonosov Moscow State University — Russian Federation

A2.5. Facilities and Operations of Microgravity Experiments

This session is devoted to new diagnosis developments, the design and definition of new instruments and space platforms, and the concepts for future ground and flight operation (telescience, robotics, hardware & software).

Co-Chair

Qiu-Sheng Liu
Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences — China

Remi Canton
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

A2.6. Microgravity Sciences on board of Space stations

This session focusses on the presentation of scientific and operational results obtained from microgravity sciences research conducted on large orbital platforms, in particular the ISS, the Chinese Space Station (CSS) and upcoming commercial space stations. Papers on planned or newly developed research topics and experiment scenarios are also invited. The session comprises the preparation scenarios for further long-term flight opportunities beyond low Earth orbits such as the Deep Space Gateway station.

Co-Chair

Angelika Diefenbach
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

MengYun Chen
Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization, Chinese Academy of Sciences — China

Rapporteur: Thomas Driebe
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

A2.7. Life and Physical Sciences under reduced Gravity

This session focusses on the presentation of scientific and operational results obtained from life and physical sciences research conducted on large orbital platforms, in particular the ISS, the Chinese Space Station (CSS) and upcoming commercial space stations. Papers on planned or newly developed research topics and experiment scenarios are also invited. The session comprises the preparation scenarios for further long-term flight opportunities beyond low Earth orbits such as the Deep Space Gateway station.

Co-Chair

Angelika Diefenbach
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Remi Canton
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur: Peter Graef
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

A2.8. In-Space Manufacturing and Production Applications

In-Space Manufacturing and Production Applications leverage microgravity, vacuum, and orbital environments to unlock pathways in biomedicine, advanced materials, and autonomous production that are impractical on Earth. This session convenes practitioners advancing: bioprocessing (cell and tissue expansion, organoid and disease models, protein crystallization, biologics and nucleic-acid manufacturing); materials (defect-suppressed alloys, ultra-low-loss optical fibers, semiconductor epitaxy, glass/ceramic processing); and production architectures (additive and hybrid manufacturing, in-space assembly, robotic autonomy, digital twins, in-process metrology, and closed-loop resource use). Emphasis is placed on flight-demonstrated results, scaling from parabolic and ISS/pathfinder missions to commercial platforms, and on standards, certification, biosafety, and traceability needed for quality and repeatability. The session aims to share methods, lessons learned, and roadmaps that reduce risk and cost, enable interoperability across platforms, and build resilient supply chains. By integrating biology, materials science, automation, and operations, the community will translate microgravity advantages into reliable production capabilities that accelerate exploration and deliver high-value products for terrestrial markets.

Co-Chair

Fathi Karouia
NASA Ames Research Center, Blue Marble Space Institute Of Science; BioServe Space Technologies, University of Colorado Boulder — United States

David Estrada
Boise State University (BSU) — United States

Rapporteur: Albert Houcine TOUATI
Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA) — France

A2.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND PROCESSES SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Microgravity Sciences and Processes addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Angelika Diefenbach
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Remi Canton
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur: Qiu-Sheng Liu
Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences — China

A3. IAF SPACE EXPLORATION SYMPOSIUM

This symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), covers the current and future robotic missions and material plans for initiatives in the exploration of the Solar System.

Coordinator

Pierre W. Bousquet
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Keyur Patel
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

A3.1. Space Exploration Overview

This Session covers Space Exploration strategies and architectures, as well as technology roadmaps. Papers of both national and international perspectives are invited, as are papers dealing with the emerging area of commercial space exploration activities.

Co-Chair

Keyur Patel
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Norbert Frischauf
TU Graz — Austria

Rapporteur: Dmitry Zarubin
Space Research Institute (IKI), Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) — Russian Federation

A3.2A. Moon Exploration – Part 1

This session will address current and future lunar missions. The session will address orbital missions, robotic surface missions, as well as life sciences on the Moon, resource utilisation and preparatory activities for future solar system exploration.

Co-Chair

Bernard Foing
ILEWG "EuroMoonMars" — The Netherlands

David Korsmeyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Ames Research Center — United States

Rapporteur: Nadeem Ghafoor
Avalon Space — Canada

A3.2B. Moon Exploration – Part 2

Co-Chair

Bernard Foing
ILEWG "EuroMoonMars" — The Netherlands

David Korsmeyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Ames Research Center — United States

Rapporteur: Nadeem Ghafoor
Avalon Space — Canada

A3.2C. Moon Exploration – Part 3

Co-Chair

Bernard Foing
ILEWG "EuroMoonMars" — The Netherlands

David Korsmeyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Ames Research Center — United States

Rapporteur

Sylvie Espinasse
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Nadeem Ghafoor
Avalon Space — Canada

A3.3A. Mars Exploration – missions current and future

The planet Mars is being explored now and in the coming years with multiple robotic missions from a variety of nations. This session will cover current results from ongoing Mars missions and the designs for proposed Mars missions.

Co-Chair

Vincenzo Giorgio
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Pierre W. Bousquet
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur

Cheryl L.B. Reed
Northrop Grumman Corporation — United States

Lisa May
— United States

A3.3B. Mars Exploration – Science, Instruments and Technologies

The planet Mars is being explored now and in the coming years with multiple robotic missions from a variety of nations. This session will cover science, instruments and technologies for Mars missions including expected experiments. Papers on any aspects of the search for evidence or extinct Martian life, and forward and backward contamination are particularly welcome.

Co-Chair

Vincenzo Giorgio
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Pierre W. Bousquet
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur

Cheryl L.B. Reed
Northrop Grumman Corporation — United States

Lisa May
— United States

A3.4A. Small Bodies Missions and Technologies (Part 1)

This session will present the missions and technological aspects related to the exploration of small bodies including a search for pre-biotic signatures.

Co-Chair

Stephan Ulamec
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Cheryl L.B. Reed
Northrop Grumman Corporation — United States

Rapporteur

Norbert Frischauf
TU Graz — Austria

Shana Diez
SpaceX — United States

A3.4B. Small Bodies Missions and Technologies (Part 2)

This session will present the missions and technological aspects related to the exploration of small bodies including a search for pre-biotic signatures.

Co-Chair

Stephan Ulamec
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Cheryl L.B. Reed
Northrop Grumman Corporation — United States

Rapporteur

Norbert Frischauf
TU Graz — Austria

Shana Diez
SpaceX — United States

A3.5. Solar System Exploration including Ocean Worlds

This session covers robotic missions for Solar System exploration (inner and outer planets and their satellites, and space plasma physics) except the Earth, Moon, Mars, and small bodies covered in other sessions of this symposium. Special emphasis on papers addressing missions to so-called Ocean Worlds (Enceladus, Europa, Titan) is sought. Papers covering both new mission concepts as well as the associated specific technologies are invited.

Co-Chair

Mariella Graziano
GMV Aerospace & Defence SAU — Spain

Junichiro Kawaguchi
Australian National University (ANU) — Australia

Rapporteur

Charles E. Cockrell Jr.
— United States

Gabriel Pont
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

A3.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE EXPLORATION SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Exploration addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Christian Sallaberger
Canadensys Aerospace Corporation — Canada

Bernard Foing
ILEWG "EuroMoonMars" — The Netherlands

A4. 55th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON THE SEARCH FOR EXTRATERRESTRIAL INTELLIGENCE (SETI) – The Next Steps

Organised by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), this symposium brings together scientists, engineers, and thinkers from across the globe to tackle one of humanity’s most profound questions: Are we alone in the universe? The Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) combines cutting-edge science and technology with deep interdisciplinary inquiry. Researchers are combing through huge astronomical datasets for anomalies — “technosignatures” — that could point to the presence of advanced civilisations in our Galaxy and beyond. This search spans the entire electromagnetic spectrum and employs some of the world’s most powerful telescopes, alongside innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence, to uncover subtle signals that might otherwise be missed. But SETI is more than a technical quest. It challenges us to consider the social and cultural implications of detection: What is best practice in conducting the search? How would humanity respond? What might it mean for our art, language, education, laws, politics, media, and even our psychology? From risk communication to public outreach, the symposium draws on a rich tapestry of disciplines to explore the profound impact of discovering we are not alone.

Coordinator

Andrew Siemion
Berkeley SETI Research Center — United States

Michael Albert Garrett
University of Manchester — United Kingdom

A4.1. SETI Science and Technology: Current and Future Directions

This session examines the scientific and technical foundations of the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI), focusing on how we design, execute, and refine strategies to detect evidence of other technological civilisations. Researchers are analysing huge astronomical datasets for technosignatures — from narrowband radio signals to unusual infrared or optical anomalies — across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Increasingly, multi messenger approaches (e.g. gravitational waves, neutrinos etc) are also being applied to broaden the search. We aim to highlight developments in observational techniques, next generation instrumentation, and new search strategies, including the use of artificial intelligence to mine complex datasets for subtle anomalies. The session welcomes contributions on current and future projects, emerging technologies, and creative approaches that will shape the next generation of SETI research.

Co-Chair

Karen Perez
SETI Institute — United States

David DeBoer
Oxford University — United Kingdom

A4.2. SETI and Society: Exploring the Human Dimension

This session addresses the interdisciplinary aspects of the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI), focusing on the profound social and cultural consequences of detecting a signal from another intelligent civilisation. Such a discovery would ripple through every aspect of human life, raising questions not only for scientists but for policymakers, educators, politicians, artists, and the public at large. We invite contributions exploring how different disciplines - from anthropology, sociology, psychology, and law to politics, media studies, education, and the arts — can help us understand and prepare for this momentous event. Topics include best practice for managing the search, engagement with the public and media, risk communication, and the institutional and ethical frameworks needed to guide our response. This session provides a forum for building a truly global, inclusive dialogue on how humanity might navigate first contact - intellectually, culturally, and practically.

Co-Chair

Lori Walton
— Canada

Paolo Musso
InCosmiCon Research Center — Italy

A4.IP. Interactive Presentations - 55th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON THE SEARCH FOR EXTRATERRESTRIAL INTELLIGENCE (SETI) – The Next Steps

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of SETI addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Andrew Siemion
Berkeley SETI Research Center — United States

Michael Albert Garrett
University of Manchester — United Kingdom

A5. 29th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON HUMAN EXPLORATION OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM

This symposium, organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), covers the strategic plans, architectural concepts and technology development for future human exploration of the Moon, Mars, Lagrangian Points and NEO’s.

Coordinator

Christian Sallaberger
Canadensys Aerospace Corporation — Canada

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

A5.1. Human Exploration of the Moon and Cislunar Space

This session will examine the scenarios and infrastructure required to support human exploration of the Moon and Cislunar space. Papers are invited to discuss technology roadmaps as well as interfaces to allow international cooperation.

Co-Chair

Nadeem Ghafoor
Avalon Space — Canada

Greg Chavers
NASA — United States

Rapporteur

Marc Haese
DLR, German Aerospace Center — Germany

Henrik Pettersson
Swedish Space Corporation — Sweden

A5.2. Human Exploration of Mars

This session will examine the scenarios and infrastructure required to support human exploration of Mars and the moons of Mars. Papers are invited to discuss technology roadmaps as well as interfaces to allow international cooperation.

Co-Chair

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Kathy Laurini
Osare Space Consulting Group — United States

Rapporteur: Norbert Frischauf
TU Graz — Austria

A5.3-B3.6. Human and Robotic Partnerships in Exploration - Joint session of the IAF Human Spaceflight and IAF Exploration Symposia

This session seeks papers on new systems and technologies for current human spaceflight and exploration programmes, and the role of human and robotic partnerships in areas such as onboard robotic assistants, habitat / infrastructure construction support, human mobility support systems (e.g. EVA mobility aids, rovers); and robotic precursor activities to human spaceflights for test, validation, and demonstration of systems. This session also welcomes papers considering how the roles of humans, machines and intelligent systems are likely to evolve in the coming years and the corresponding impact on complex mission design, implementation, and operations.

Co-Chair

Pierre-Alexis Joumel
Airbus Defence and Space — Germany

Mark Hempsell
The British Interplanetary Society — United Kingdom

Rapporteur

Juergen Schlutz
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Scott Ritter
International Space University (ISU) — France

A5.4. Deep Space Habitats and Resources

This session will focus on the habitability aspects for Moon and Mars outposts and bases and to sustain human deep space exploration missions and the needed resources, exploring technical solutions like greenhouses, plant-growth in space, harvesting water from the Moon and Mars regolith.

Co-Chair

Anna Barbara Imhof
Liquifer Systems Group (LSG) — Austria

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Rapporteur

Sandra Haeuplik-Meusburger
Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) — Austria

Olga Bannova
University of Houston — United States

A5.IP. Interactive Presentations - 29th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON HUMAN EXPLORATION OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Human Exploration of the Solar System addressed in the Technical Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Christian Sallaberger
Canadensys Aerospace Corporation — Canada

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

A6. 24th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE DEBRIS

The Symposium will address the complete spectrum of issues associated to space debris, including orbital sustainability and operations in debris dominated environment. It will cover every aspect of Space Environment Management (SEM) including Mitigation and Remediation measures, Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST), Space Situational Awareness (SSA), Space Traffic Management (STM), including all aspects of measurements, modelling, risk assessment in space and on the ground, re-entry, hypervelocity impacts and protection, mitigation and standards, post-mission disposal, remediation, debris removal, Space Surveillance, collision avoidance as well as non-technical topics associated to space debris dominated environment such as space ethics.

Coordinator

Mark A. Skinner
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Noelia Sanchez Ortiz
Arribes Enlightenment — Spain

A6.1. Space Debris Measurements and Orbit Determination SST (1)

This session will address all aspects related to the measurement of space objects and orbit determination. It will cover both ground-based and space-based techniques, as well as methods for identification and characterization of objects. Special attention will be given to data processing, orbit accuracy, and strategies to improve coverage and reliability of surveillance and tracking networks.

Co-Chair

Thomas Schildknecht
SwissSpace Association — Switzerland

Mark A. Skinner
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Rapporteur: Dmitriy Grishko
Bauman Moscow State Technical University — Russian Federation

A6.2. Resident Space Objects Characterisation and High Velocity Impacts

This session will focus on the detailed characterization of resident space objects (RSO), including small debris and angular motion determination through estimation, simulation, and experimentation. It will also explore phenomena associated with high-velocity impacts, protection and shielding tests, and fragmentation simulations, with the objective of evaluating risks and effects on operational spacecraft.

Co-Chair

Satomi Kawamoto
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) — Japan

Zizheng Gong
Beijing Institute of Spacecraft Environment Engineering, China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Rapporteur: Yukihito Kitazawa
JAXA — Japan

A6.3. Environment Modelling and Risk Assessment

This session will cover the modelling of the space debris environment and the assessment of associated risks. Topics will include collision risk analyses, estimations based on population models and deterministic catalogues, as well as studies on the reconstruction of break-up and fragmentation events. The session will also address validation of models through observations and laboratory experiments, aiming to improve the prediction of orbital environment evolution. It will also examine methods for assessing orbital capacity and congestion, including indicators for orbital slot usage, and impact of allocation strategies on population dynamics. The combined perspective of environmental modelling and capacity management provides a comprehensive view of the long-term sustainability of the orbital environment.

Co-Chair

Dan Oltrogge
COMSPOC Corp. — United States

Carmen Pardini
ISTI-CNR — Italy

Rapporteur: Camilla Colombo
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

A6.4. Operations in Congested Space: Situational Awareness and Space Traffic Management – SSA

This session will examine operations within the framework of Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Traffic Management (STM). It will address strategies and systems for enhancing satellite operational safety, artificial intelligence applications in SSA, collision avoidance manoeuvres, and coordination of operations in large LEO constellations (LLC). Emphasis will be placed on data integration and international cooperation to ensure the safe management of the orbital environment.

Co-Chair

Andrew Monham
EUMETSAT — Germany

Vincent Martinot
Thales Alenia Space France — France

Rapporteur: Darren McKnight
LeoLabs — United States

A6.5. Post Mission Disposal and Space Debris Removal – SEM

This session will focus on space debris mitigation and remediation strategies, including Post-Mission Disposal (PMD) and Active Debris Removal (ADR) techniques and technologies (both ground and space-based). A particular focus will be given to in-orbit demonstration missions, ADR mission design and analysis, and rendezvous and proximity operations incorporating GNC and robotics aspects. The goal is to assess the feasibility, safety, and efficiency of these solutions to reduce on-orbit risks.

Co-Chair

Christophe Bonnal
MaiaSpace — France

Roberto Opromolla
University of Naples "Federico II" — Italy

Rapporteur: Jason Forshaw
Astroscale Ltd — United Kingdom

A6.6. Orbit Propagation and Mitigation Assessment

This session will address the study of orbital dynamics of space objects, the development of propagation techniques, and long-term environment simulations, including aspects related with space ethics. It will assess the effectiveness of various mitigation measures and evaluate the impacts of different population evolution scenarios. Outcomes will support the definition of guidelines for sustainable management of Earth orbits.

Co-Chair

Marlon Sorge
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Tim Flohrer
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Rapporteur: Jan Siminski
ESA - European Space Agency — Germany

A6.7. Re-entry Modelling and Interaction with Atmosphere

This session will discuss atmospheric re-entry modelling and its interaction with the atmosphere. It will cover prediction and safety aspects, analysis of atmospheric break-up processes (both mechanical and thermal), and experimental testing. The session will also consider the environmental impact of re-entry, including pollution and potential effects on aviation safety. Advances in models and prediction tools will be presented.

Co-Chair

Ysolde PREVEREAUD
ONERA - The French Aerospace Lab — France

Stijn Lemmens
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Rapporteur: Pierre Omaly
Astroscale France SAS — France

A6.8-E9.1. Policy, Legal, Institutional, Economic and Security Aspects of Debris Mitigation, Debris Remediation and STM

This session will address all non-technical aspects of debris mitigation, debris remediation and STM. Papers may focus on aspects of responsibility, liability and registration, on the role of bodies such as UNCOPUOS or IADC, as well as on insurance, financial incentives and funding. In addition, security-related aspects and the role of international cooperation in addressing these issues may be considered.

Co-Chair

David Spencer
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Serge Plattard
University College London (UCL) — United Kingdom

Tanja Masson-Zwaan
International Institute of Air and Space Law, Leiden University — The Netherlands

Andrea Capurso
LUISS Guido Carli University — Italy

Rapporteur

Victoria Samson
Secure World Foundation — United States

Emma Kerr
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) — United Kingdom

A6.9. Space Debris Measurements and Orbit Determination SST (2)

Co-Chair

Fabrizio Piergentili
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

Juan Carlos Dolado Perez
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

A6.10-B4.10. Joint Small Satellite/Space Debris Session on Small Satellite Operations for the Sustainability of Space

This session facilitates bilateral discussions between Small Satellite and Space Debris communities for shared understanding of the challenges/issues and to promote practical small satellite solutions for the long-term sustainability of space. It will include topics such as, but not limited to: - Small satellite constellations operations, sustainability, post-mission disposal and de-orbiting - Small-satellite missions: Lessons learned in the LEOP phase and in small satellite identification in early operational phase - Debris risk mitigation and Space Traffic Management technologies for small satellites and constellations - Small satellites for Post Mission Disposal, In-orbit servicing and support to sustainability actions and Space Traffic Management - Capacity and slotting for small satellite constellations - Lessons learned from sustainability and debris mitigation actions for small satellite missions and constellations - Active Debris Removal missions and rendezvous and docking missions. - Small satellite technology related to space sustainability - Best practice in implementing sustainability on very small spacecraft.

Co-Chair

Paolo Marzioli
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

Philip Davies
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

Rapporteur: Norman Fitz-Coy
University of Florida — United States

A6.IP. Interactive Presentations - 24th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE DEBRIS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Debris addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Melissa Zemoura
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Emma Kerr
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) — United Kingdom

Rapporteur

Roberto Opromolla
University of Naples "Federico II" — Italy

Paolo Marzioli
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

A7. IAF SYMPOSIUM ON ONGOING AND NEAR FUTURE SPACE ASTRONOMY AND SOLAR-SYSTEM SCIENCE MISSIONS

The symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), invites leaders from the science, space industry, and space-agencies community to share information, insights, and planning for ongoing and near future space missions in exoplanets, astronomy, space physics, fundamental physics, and outer-solar-system planetary science. The Symposium will comprise both invited talks and contributed papers in these five areas of scientific endeavour. For each, the Symposium solicits discussion of phenomena coming within our reach over the next decades; their enabling measurement and system technologies, including significant progress made by industry and research laboratories; mission concepts to implement such investigations, and corporate and space agency strategies to prioritize and invest in bringing them into reality.

Coordinator

Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

Alessandra Di Cecco
Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) — Italy

Gustavo Medina Tanco
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) — Mexico

A7.1. Space Astronomy missions, strategies and plans

The session comprises invited talks by international space-agency division directors about their long-term views, priorities, and plans to implement developments and missions for the four fields (exoplanets, space astronomy, space physics and fundamental physics). The mission scope ranges from flagship-class, large-class, medium-class, and small-class to smallsat platforms. The programme scope includes status updates on current programmes, near-term investment priorities, and long-range directions, including the relationship to community and guiding research panels.

Co-Chair

Eric Wille
ESA — The Netherlands

Alessandra Di Cecco
Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) — Italy

Rapporteur: Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

A7.2. Science Goals and Drivers for Future Exoplanet, Space Astronomy and Space Physics

The session has invited and contributed talks about scientific motivations, goals, opportunities, and needs in the four fields (exoplanets, space astronomy, space physics, and fundamental physics). New directions for measurements that are being opened by emergent results and newly understood phenomena will be explored, and science roadmaps to pursue them will be discussed.

Co-Chair

Pietro Ubertini
INAF — Italy

Maria Cristina Falvella
Italian Space Agency (ASI) — Italy

Rapporteur: Alessandra Di Cecco
Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) — Italy

A7.3. Technology Needs for Future Missions, Systems, and Instruments

The session includes invited and contributed talks about the technology challenges and plans required to enable breakthrough science objectives in: exoplanet detection and characterization; astronomy throughout the electromagnetic spectrum and using gravitational waves; space physics including fractional gravity regimes and heliophysics; and fundamental physics including relativity. Topical focus includes measurement techniques, data types, performance requirements, instrument designs, mission concepts and systems, and associated technology developments.

Co-Chair

Eric Wille
ESA — The Netherlands

Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

Rapporteur: Maria Cristina Falvella
Italian Space Agency (ASI) — Italy

A7.4. Lunar astrophysics: scientific instrumentation and ancillary systems

The return to the Moon will mark human society. A proof of the global interest is that already Artemis has reached 56 signatories, while ILRSCO already counts 12 signatories. Grand science can be both a beneficiary and a business model enabling the lunar economy. The symposium, in accord with the stated mission of the SATC, recognizes the importance of the Moon as a unique platform for astrophysical research in several domains, e.g.: (a) high-sensitivity observations of low-frequency radio waves, facilitating studies of the early universe, cosmic dawn, and galactic magnetic fields, (b) optical and infrared large interferometer arrays supporting exoplanet detection, stellar evolution studies, and galaxy formation research, (c) gravitational wave detection through lunar-based interferometers, impacting research on binary mergers and cosmic events, (d) large cosmic ray observatories enabling the direct measurement of the primary component of the flux. Such experiments need extensive infrastructure and face considerable technological, engineering and logistical challenges which require the tight cooperation between industry and scientists. The symposium will provide a space for the identification of both the scientific challenges, and the technologies which must be developed by industry to meet them, promoting the discussion among scientific and industrial actors as well as decision makers.

Co-Chair

Gustavo Medina Tanco
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) — Mexico

Pietro Ubertini
INAF — Italy

Rapporteur: Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

A7.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SYMPOSIUM ON FUTURE SPACE ASTRONOMY AND SPACE PHYSICS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Astronomy addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the A Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts

Co-Chair

Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

Alessandra Di Cecco
Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) — Italy

B1. IAF EARTH OBSERVATION SYMPOSIUM

The Earth Observation Symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), covers all aspects of Earth observations from space, including observations related to the Earth’s environment, services to meet societal needs, and economic benefit. Aspects include programs, constellations, missions, and systems; microwave and optical sensors; land, oceanographic, atmospheric, geological, geophysical, societal, security, economic, and business domains; the associated science, ground data-processing, applications, and services; through all life cycle phases from research and technology through, planning, conceptualization, development, commissioning, operations, retirement and historical retrospective. Participation is encouraged from all sectors including institutional (including Government, Agencies, multi-lateral, non-Governmental, Academic) and Commercial.

Coordinator

Luís Ferreira
Airbus Defence and Space — Germany

Annamaria Nassisi
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Shimrit Tirosh Maman
Israel Space Agency — Israel

B1.1. International Ventures in Earth Observations

This session focuses in Earth Observation missions designed for international markets and applications, with emphasis on the role of international cooperation in achieving mission objectives. Contributions are welcome from governmental and agency programs, public–private partnerships, commercial initiatives, and academic or non-governmental organizations. Submissions are encouraged on the management, organizational, programmatic, and business-model aspects of cooperation. Presentations should share plans, status, and experiences—including challenges and risks—in organizing and managing international ventures. Case studies are particularly welcome where collaboration advances societal needs such as climate change mitigation, Earth system health, capacity building in emerging space nations, entrepreneurial and commercial growth, governmental policy, disaster response, media services, and security. The session also seeks insights on innovation and lessons learned in planning, governance, and management practices leading to successful outcomes. Areas of interest include: Space-based Earth Observation missions (single missions, constellations, and sustained programs), Systems (instruments, spacecraft, communications, data processing, archiving, distribution, and calibration/validation), Applications (value-added products and services benefiting society, business, and scientific or technological advancement). Papers with technical focus should be submitted to B1.2.

Co-Chair

Kyriaki Minoglou
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Cristian Bank
EUMETSAT — Germany

Rapporteur

Mukund Kadursrinivas Rao
Independent consultant — India

José Gavira Izquierdo
International Space Consultant — The Netherlands

B1.2. Earth Observation Systems

Focus is on innovative and new concept system solutions for Earth observations and how well they perform to meet user / mission objectives. Functional and technical description are encouraged. Papers covering all phases of the life cycle are requested including for systems envisioned, planned, recently launched, ongoing, and historical for single spacecraft missions and constellations, and for all categories of purposes including for scientific research, experimental demonstration, and operational / commercial Earth observation. All sources of missions are sought including governmental / agency programs, public / private partnerships, commercial, academic / non-governmental / non-commercial. Desired papers convey design features, technical performance, status of technical execution (concept study, concept design, preliminary design, detailed design, development, operations, retirement, historical), and technical challenges of the associated program, and highlighting unique / unprecedented features and the technical value they provide. Papers with a management / organization / programmatic / business model / cooperation focus should be submitted to B1.1

Co-Chair

Annamaria Nassisi
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Timo Stuffler
OHB System AG - Munich — Germany

Rapporteur

Doris Klein
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

Erick Lansard
Satellite Research Center, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) — Singapore, Republic of

B1.3. Earth Observation Sensors and Technology

First focus is on Earth Observation sensors and instruments including future concepts being proposed, developed, tested, or calibrated, and those in operations for all aspects of Earth observation. Driven by user and scientific requirements, particular emphasis is on instrument systems that make innovative measurements and deliver improved performance for science, operational or commercial applications. Second focus is on technologies for instruments, spacecraft and missions which enable innovation and advancement in sensor observations performance and capability. Capability advancement could be in coverage, resolution, onboard features such as processing, autonomy, adjustability/ adaptability, user commanding, or other technology that provides or is intended to provide improved utility to targeted and other users.

Co-Chair

Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

Oana van der Togt
Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) — The Netherlands

Rapporteur

Camilo Andres Reyes
— Colombia

Jeffrey Apeldoorn
ICEYE — Finland

B1.4. Earth Observation Data Systems and Technology

The focus is on the development and operations of Earth Observation-related data processing systems. The emphasis of the session is on the challenges of emerging information and web-based technology (e.g. Big Data, Cloud-based operations, internet of things, crowd sourcing) for acquisition, communication, processing, dissemination and archiving of data. The session also covers innovative methods for making data analysis ready, the extraction of information from these resulting large data sets (e.g. machine learning and artificial intelligence) and methods for making the information available timely to decision makers. This session also includes the evolving data processing infrastructure like federated Cloud systems and digital twin.

Co-Chair

Ana-Mia Louw
Simera Sense — South Africa

James Graf
Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Rapporteur: Agnieszka Lukaszczyk
Andart Global — Poland

B1.5. Earth Observation Societal and Economic Applications, Challenges and Benefits

The focus of the session is on generating information and delivering applications and services using Earth Observations data for meeting sustainable development challenges, addressing socio-economic benefits, and delivering commercial services. Presentation of analyses, methods, algorithms, processors, case studies and results from developing and operating applications and services (e.g., including consideration of investment cost, economic return, and societal benefits, especially leveraging innovative approaches), are encouraged. Optimized application satellite constellations, that emphasize the socio-economic aspects of these collective systems rather than focusing on individual techniques or single satellites are also encouraged.

Co-Chair

Na Yao
Qian Xuesen Laboratory of Space Technology, China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Michael Kern
ESA — France

Rapporteur

Masami Onoda
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) — Japan

Luís Ferreira
Airbus Defence and Space — Germany

B1.6. The Future of Maritime Protection: An Integrated View on Earth Observation, Advanced Systems, and Policy

This session offers a comprehensive and forward-looking view on the topic of maritime protection, leveraging the latest advancements in Earth Observation (EO) technologies, space-based data, policy and applications. This session will encompass a combination of preventive measures, policy perspectives, and sophisticated monitoring technologies vital for safeguarding coasts and oceans. Throughout the session, industry experts will present the capabilities of next-generation EO, highlighting how the integration of advanced data analytics and intelligent systems is enabling new and effective solutions. The discussion will cover the latest innovations used to: i) Prevent pollution incidents and support a rapid response; ii) Monitor marine biodiversity and delicate ecosystems; iii) Enhance safety and rescue operations at sea; iv) Improve monitoring and surveillance against various coastal threats, v) manage fisheries, marine reserves and mammal populations. The session will also delve into the international regulations and policies that govern the use of EO data, promoting a framework for the responsible and sustainable management of marine resources and protecting both economic and environmental interests. This integrated approach—from technology and systems to policy and applications—provides a complete picture of the evolving landscape for a secure maritime future.

Co-Chair

Krystal Azelton
Secure World Foundation — United States

Mariel Borowitz
Georgia Tech Space Research Institute — United States

Rapporteur

Chen Xiaoli
Beijing Institute of Space Mechanics & Electricity, China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Alexandra Jercaianu
Nara Space — Korea, Republic of

B1.7. Earth Observations to Address Earth’s Environment and Climate Challenges

The IPCC reports on climate change articulate the major global environmental challenges that require vast and sustained measurement and information systems to monitor key climate parameters and inform decision makers and enable potential mitigations. Global governmental agencies, commercial and public/private partnerships are investing in creating systems and applications for environmental monitoring and prediction, and climate monitoring and change mitigation. This session focuses on the latest major findings in climate research and the systems being used to address the climate challenges, Earth Observations science, weather, oceanography, and land monitoring. Presentation of algorithms, processing chains and services especially leveraging innovative approaches, are encouraged. Optimized application satellite constellations, which do not focus on individual techniques or single satellites and describe the environmental / climate aspects of these collective systems, are also encouraged.

Co-Chair

Ole Morten Olsen
Norwegian Space Agency (NOSA) — Norway

Patrick Castillan
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur

Shimrit Tirosh Maman
Israel Space Agency — Israel

Harry A. Cikanek
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) — United States

B1.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF EARTH OBSERVATION SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Earth Observation addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten-minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the B Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Oana van der Togt
Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) — The Netherlands

Harry A. Cikanek
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) — United States

Bernard Foing
ILEWG "EuroMoonMars" — The Netherlands

Parag Vaze
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Masami Onoda
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) — Japan

B2. IAF SPACE COMMUNICATIONS AND NAVIGATION SYMPOSIUM

This symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), examines developments in space-based systems, services, applications, and technologies as they relate to communication and navigation. Communication topics include fixed, broadcast, high-throughput, mobile, optical, and quantum communications. Navigation topics include position, velocity, and time determination and tracking for both relative and inertial reference frames. The symposium addresses geostationary, non-geostationary, and extra-terrestrial systems and constellations. The topics of IoT and M2M as they relate to communication and navigation are also applicable to this symposium.

Coordinator

Laszlo Bacsardi
Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) — Hungary

Morio Toyoshima
National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) — Japan

B2.1. Space-based PNT (Position, Navigation, Timing) Architectures, Applications, and Services

This session is focused on advances in space-based navigation systems, including the existing global systems (Beidou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS) and regional systems (EGNOS, IRNSS, QZSS, WAAS), as well as proposed and emerging new space-based systems. The session also addresses advances in the services and applications of those systems for position, velocity, and time determination and tracking, and integrity assurance on Earth, Moon, and potentially other bodies of the solar system.

Co-Chair

Giovanni B. Palmerini
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

Raj Thilak Rajan
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

Rapporteur

Rania Toukebri
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — Germany

Stephanie Wan
ICEYE — United States

B2.2. Space-based PNT (Position, Navigation, Timing) Sensors and Systems

This session is focused on advances in technology applicable to space-based navigation systems. Technologies include hardware or software necessary for the entire navigation system (spacecraft, monitor and control system, end-user equipment) for GNSS and alternative navigation satellite architectures (such as LEO constellations), ground and space-based navigation user equipment, sensor fusion algorithms, frequency and time transfer standards, crosslink ranging, precise orbit & satellite clock error determination, etc. Technologies should be applicable to position, velocity, and time determination and tracking, and integrity assurance on Earth, Moon, and other off-Earth platforms.

Co-Chair

Sanat K Biswas
IIIT Delhi — India

Peter Buist
European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) — The Netherlands

Rapporteur

Chris Rizos
University of New South Wales — Australia

Rania Toukebri
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — Germany

B2.3. Advance Higher Throughput Communications and Networks for GEO and LEO satellites

This session is focused on advanced higher throughput communications and networks for LEO constellations, GEO, MEO and Molnya to improve performances (increased capacity, low latency and reduced cost) including all aspects of space communications and networks, services, architecture and infrastructure: fixed, mobile and broadcast services; High-Throughput Satellite (HTS); Very-High Throughput Satellites (VHTS); Ultra-High Throughput Satellites (UHTS); Software Defined Satellite (SDS); inter-satellite link technologies; 5G integration into satellite networks; multiple access; Ku- and Ka-band, Q/V/W/E bands and higher frequencies; optical communications for HTS; VSAT/ESIM and broadcasting/radio/television and internet services, including video to users; and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) related technologies.

Co-Chair

Norbert Frischauf
TU Graz — Austria

Hoda Awny
Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA) — Egypt

Rapporteur

Debra Emmons
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Otto Koudelka
Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) — Austria

B2.4. Space-based Optical and Quantum Communications

This session is focused on optical and quantum communications in space including all aspects of space-based optical and quantum communications: in-orbit, on-ground demonstrations and results; present and future scenarios; next generation systems and applications; terrestrial-based systems; small satellites; ranging technology with optical communications; imaging technology for optical communications; optical devices; optoelectronic subsystems and components; laboratory demonstration hardware; atmospheric propagation and modeling, transmission effects; compensation techniques; site-diversity techniques; modulation formats; trade-offs between optical and microwave (RF) systems; Quantum Key Distribution (QKD); advances in quantum communications; quantum internet; and atomic clocks.

Co-Chair

Laszlo Bacsardi
Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) — Hungary

Kevin Shortt
Airbus Defence & Space — Germany

Rapporteur

Nader Alagha
ESA — The Netherlands

Christopher Vasko
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

B2.5. Extra-Terrestrial and Interplanetary Communications, and Regulations

This session focuses on near-Earth, deep-space and extra-terrestrial communications with particular emphasis on unique concepts, techniques and technologies including all aspects of space communications, services, architecture and infrastructure: ARTEMIS related missions; Earth orbiting, lunar, and planetary missions; flight and ground demonstrations and results; present and future scenarios; next generation systems and applications; science missions; terrestrial-based systems; small satellites; near-Earth and planet observation satellites. It also includes spectrum interferences, spectrum allocations and regulations issues, and impacts of Space Debris and optical pollution to satellite communications for new systems/services, systems modeling; and review/survey papers.

Co-Chair

Dipak Srinivasan
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory — United States

Ramon P. De Paula
Retired NASA — United States

Rapporteur

Sara AlMaeeni
Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) — United Arab Emirates

Dunay Badirkhanov
Azercosmos, Space Agency of Republic of Azerbaijan — Azerbaijan

B2.6. Cubesat, Internet of Things, and Mobile Direct Communications

This session is focused on small satellite, IoT and mobile communication services that can communicate directly with 3GPP mobile phone terminals including all aspects of space communications, services, architecture and infrastructure: Narrow Band (NB)-IoT, 3GPP IoT terminals; LoRa IoT terminals; Low Power Wide Area (LPWA); Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN); cube-, pico-, nano-, micro-satellites; High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS); aircraft control; in-orbit, on-ground demonstrations and results; present and future scenarios; next generation systems and applications; terrestrial-based systems; small satellites; Earth observation satellites; devices; subsystems and components; laboratory demonstration hardware; site-diversity techniques; modulation formats. Both terrestrial and satellite networks will be available at the same terminal, and coverage is expected to expand significantly.

Co-Chair

Debra Emmons
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Giuseppe D'Amore
Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) — Italy

Rapporteur

Enrique Pacheco Cabrera
International Academy of Astronautics — Mexico

Yuma Abe
National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) — Japan

B2.7. Advances in Space-based Communication Technologies

This session is focused on all aspects of advanced spacecraft and Earth station communications technologies for space-based communications, as applied to both existing and future systems. It addresses technologies ranging from those used in nano satellites to those applicable to large, high throughput satellites. It covers – among others - communications subsystem design, modulation and coding, propagation, power amplifiers, digital payload technologies including onboard processing and adaptive transmit technologies, antennas including phased array, plasma and microstrip patch antenna array design, and all other technology relevant to space communications.

Co-Chair

Enrique Pacheco Cabrera
International Academy of Astronautics — Mexico

Eva Fernandez Rodriguez
Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO) — Spain

Rapporteur

Elemer Bertenyi
Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute — Canada

Steven Shumsky
Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company — United States

B2.8-GTS.3. Space Communications and Navigation Global Technical Session

This is a hybrid (virtual and in person) session that targets a global audience where developments in a wide range of satellite communication and space-based PNT (position, navigation, timing) topics are presented and discussed. Communication topics include fixed, mobile, broadcasting, and data relay technologies and services. Space-based PNT topics include sensors, systems, architectures, applications, and services. Topics ranging from Earth orbit to interplanetary space can be addressed. Authors are welcome to either present their work in person at the conference or remotely via the IAF's online platform. This session offers authors the unique opportunity to directly engage an audience beyond just the on-site attendees and is co-sponsored by the Space Communications and Navigation Committee and the Workforce Development/Young Professionals Programme Committee.

Co-Chair

Eric Wille
ESA — The Netherlands

Joshua Critchley-Marrows
ArkEdge Space Inc. — Australia

Rapporteur

Behnoosh Meskoob
École de technologie supérieure — Canada

Manish Saxena
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) — India

B2.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE COMMUNICATIONS AND NAVIGATION SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Communications and Navigation addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten-minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the B Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Laszlo Bacsardi
Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) — Hungary

Morio Toyoshima
National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) — Japan

Rapporteur

Vera Pinto Gomes
European Commission — Belgium

Manish Saxena
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) — India

B3. IAF HUMAN SPACEFLIGHT SYMPOSIUM

The symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), invites papers on all aspects of on-going and planned human spaceflight including the design, development, operations, utilization and future plans of space missions involving humans. The scope covers past, present and planned space missions and programmes in sub-orbital, low Earth orbit (LEO) and beyond Earth orbit (BEO), both governmental and private. The Human Spaceflight Symposium will also feature discussions on preparations for the launch of new human spaceflight capabilities and collaborative efforts of human and robotic systems and technologies.

Coordinator

Kevin D. Foley
The Boeing Company — United States

Sam Scimemi
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Alex Karl
Space Applications Services — Belgium

Kavya Manyapu
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — United States

B3.1. Governmental Human Spaceflight Programmes (Overview)

The session provides the forum for updates and annual “Overview” presentations on present and evolving governmental Human Spaceflight programmes. Each year, the session will focus on specific themes dealing with human spaceflight exploration. These will be selected by the session chairs based on the received abstracts. The session will accept manuscripts from any organization (agencies, industries, research centers, academia, etc.) dealing with international, Governmental human space programmes initiatives. The range of topic to be addressed in this session include mission to sub-orbital, LEO and BEO and include orbital systems, crew and cargo transportation systems, as well as surface systems and operations on the Moon. The format of the session (e.g. panel, pitching presentations, keynote speech) will be a result of such a selection.

Co-Chair

Robyn Gatens
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Juergen Schlutz
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Rapporteur: Antonio Fortunato
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

B3.2. Commercial Human Spaceflight Programmes

This session provides a forum for technical papers describing commercial human spaceflight applications in low Earth orbit (LEO) and beyond Earth orbit (BEO) inclusive of orbital, lunar, deep space and sub-orbital endeavours. Topics on international orbital space stations, the International Space Station, , human-tended space station platforms, commercial transportation systems, cis-lunar space, lunar surface operations as well as deep space exploration will be recognized. Areas of focus may include the architecture of commercial human spaceflight systems, commercial operations and utilization projects, commercial crew and cargo transportation, habitation, logistics systems, mobility, data and communication services. Other topics appropriate for this session include new technology, applications and capabilities in areas such as artificial intelligence, food and nutrition, health and medical, in-space manufacturing, in-situ resource utilization, robotics and automation, sustainability as well as market and economic development activity for human spaceflight in low Earth orbit (LEO) or beyond Earth orbit (BEO).

Co-Chair

Kevin D. Foley
The Boeing Company — United States

Michael E. Lopez Alegria
MLA Space, LLC — United States

Rapporteur: Sergey K. Shaevich
Khrunichev State Research & Production Space Center — Russian Federation

B3.3. Advancements in Human Space Habitation for Orbital, Transit, and Surface Environments

This session features papers that highlight the latest advancements in human space habitation systems, covering orbital, transit, and planetary surface applications. Technical papers will present innovative technological advancements and architectural strategies that are crucial for ensuring the safety, sustainability, and well-being of crews during extended missions beyond Earth. Topics include achievements, technologies, design concepts, and future prospects for crewed and crew-tended space habitats, emphasizing all aspects of their utilization. Additionally, discussions will cover terrestrial-based test and analog facilities pivotal in advancing the development of future space habitation outposts.

Co-Chair

Eleanor Morgan
Lockheed Martin Space Systems — United States

Kavya K. Manyapu
NASA — United States

Thomas A.E. Andersen
Danish Aerospace Company A/S — Denmark

B3.4-B6.4. Flight & Ground Operations aspects of Human Spaceflight - Joint Session of the IAF Human Spaceflight and IAF Space Operations Symposia

This session addresses systems, advanced concepts, key challenges and their solutions related to flight and ground operations within governmental and commercial human spaceflight. Topics include among others; cutting-edge operational tools, solutions, efficient cost reduction measures, improved operational ground facilities or infrastructure, enhanced logistics concepts as well as new approaches for mission planning, ground transportation, and sustainment for sub-orbital, LEO and BEO.

Co-Chair

Dieter Sabath
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Annamaria Piras
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Rapporteur

Jérôme Campan
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Maria Grulich
Telespazio Germany GmbH — Germany

B3.5. Astronaut Training, Accommodation, and Operations in Space

This session begins with an Astronaut Roundtable where an international group of astronauts from the various programmes will discuss their experiences in a roundtable format. There will be an extended Question and Answer period of interaction with the audience. This session concentrates on all aspects of spaceflight that are unique to the presence of astronauts. It encompasses astronaut activities such as selection, training, workload management, and task division between flight and ground segments. It includes spacecraft systems and robotic tools; interfaces; international command, control and communications; payloads; research; and utilization. It addresses the unique spacecraft systems required to safely accommodate astronauts during intravehicular and extravehicular activities. The session includes astronaut pre-mission, mission, and post-mission support of technological and scientific space-based research and utilization of human space complexes and the space environment for sub-orbital, LEO and BEO missions.

Co-Chair

Igor V. Sorokin
S.P. Korolev Rocket and Space Corporation Energia — Russian Federation

Alan T. DeLuna
American Astronautical Society (AAS) — United States

Rapporteur: Andrea Boyd
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

B3.6-A5.3. Human and Robotic Partnerships in Exploration - Joint session of the IAF Human Spaceflight and IAF Exploration Symposia

Co-Chair: Mark Hempsell
The British Interplanetary Society — United Kingdom

Rapporteur

Jan Marius Bach
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

Scott Ritter
International Space University (ISU) — France

B3.7. Advanced Systems, Technologies, and Innovations for Human Spaceflight

This session is designed to examine and identify the potential evolution of key elements of Human Spaceflight missions for sub-orbital, LEO and BEO, especially those driven by advanced technologies and innovations. Papers are solicited that address potential future subsystems, technologies, innovations, logistics, processes, procedures, etc. Papers are also encouraged that address key factors in enabling innovation and new system insertion in human space flight, including reliability, availability, first time use, learning by doing, early testing and integration results, and prototyping. Topics which enable or significantly improve future human space mission objectives are of interest including for exploration, commercial initiatives, tourism, and industrial undertakings. Also, lessons learned from past missions and their application to future missions are essential topics in this session.

Co-Chair

Mauro Augelli
UK Space Agency — United Kingdom

Sébastien BARDE
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur: Gi-Hyuk Choi
Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) — Korea, Republic of

B3.8. Human Space & Exploration

This session addresses current and future missions, applications and preparatory plans for human lunar and planetary exploration activities. The session covers human exploration of the Moon including its surface and cislunar space as well as Mars missions. Papers that delve into the programmatic and technical aspects of these activities are encouraged. Both national and international perspectives are invited as are emerging areas of commercial human exploration activities.

Co-Chair

Dan King
MDA Space — Canada

Joost van Tooren
ALATYR — France

Rapporteur: Joao Lousada
GMV GmbH — Germany

B3.9-GTS.2. Human Spaceflight Global Technical Session

The Human Space Endeavours Global Technical Session is targeting individuals and organizations with the objective of sharing best practices, future projects, research and issues for the future of Human Space Endeavours for sub-orbital, LEO and BEO. This is a Global session co-sponsored by the Human Space Endeavours Committee and the Workforce Development/Young Professionals Programme Committee.

Co-Chair

Guillaume Girard
Zero2infinity — Spain

Andrea Jaime
Isar Aerospace Technologies GmbH — Germany

Rapporteur: Joao Lousada
GMV GmbH — Germany

B3.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF HUMAN SPACEFLIGHT SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Human Spaceflight addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on digital screens in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the B Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Peter Batenburg
Netherlands Space Society (NVR) — The Netherlands

Matej Poliacek
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Slovak Republic

B4. 33rd IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SMALL SATELLITE MISSIONS

The International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) Symposium on Small Satellite Missions is focused on recent advances in small satellite class missions weighing much less than 1000kg, addressing needs in government, commerce, or academia. Papers should focus on how microsatellites, nanosatellites, CubeSats and small and “megaconstellations” amongst others enable valuable results for the mission end-user. Papers should benefit the wider smallsat community, and demonstrate a degree of ingenuity and innovation in small satellite utilization, design, manufacture and/or engineering. Papers can report on important lessons-learned, describe notable missions in the planning stages, or include topics that demonstrate the value of small satellites and their constellations, their applications. Sessions cover the role that small satellites can play in developing space nations, science, exploration, “NewSpace”, communications and Earth Observation. Sessions also cover cost-effective operations, affordable and reliable access to space through launch, and emerging and promising smallsat technologies and techniques.

Coordinator

Alex da Silva Curiel
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

Jian Guo
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

B4.1. 27th Workshop on Small Satellite Programmes at the Service of Developing Countries

This workshop is organized jointly by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA). It shall review the needs that could be satisfied and results achieved by developing nations through using small satellites. National space plans and examples of application results and benefits shall be included. Small satellite programmes in Africa, Middle-East, and Central Asia would be of particular interest to the session. The workshop shall also review the results of international cooperation, technology transfer, lessons learned and the extent to which these efforts have contributed to the space maturity of developing countries.

Co-Chair

Sias Mostert
Space Commercial Services Holdings (Pty) Ltd — South Africa

Nathalie RICARD
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs — Austria

Rapporteur

Danielle Wood
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — United States

Taiwo Raphael Tejumola
University of Southampton — United Kingdom

B4.2. Small Space Science Missions

This session will address the current and near-term approved small/micro/nano missions whose objective is to achieve returns in the fields of Earth science, solar, interplanetary, planetary, astronomy/astrophysics observations, and fundamental physics. Emphasis will be given to results achieved, new technologies and concepts, and novel management techniques.

Co-Chair

Larry Paxton
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory — United States

Oana van der Togt
Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) — The Netherlands

Rapporteur: Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

B4.3. Small Satellite Operations

This session covers the planning for, and execution of, cost-effective approaches for Small Satellite Operations, with emphasis on new missions, including constellations of small satellites, with new models of operation to reduce mission lifecycle costs and to minimize the cost impact of mission extensions. Papers addressing innovation, an entrepreneurial approach to new business opportunities, novel finance and business models, management techniques, and international cooperation in support of Small Satellite Operations are particularly encouraged. Papers that discuss the application of novel technology to mission operations, such as automation and autonomy, constraint resolution, and timeline planning, as well as reports on missions recently accomplished and lessons learned, are also welcome. For papers not addressing small satellites, please refer to Symposium B6.

Co-Chair

Andreas Hornig
AerospaceResearch.net — Germany

Nijin Jose Thykkathu
Science and Technology Facilities Council — United Kingdom

Rapporteur

Lynette Tan
Space Faculty — Singapore, Republic of

Stephan Roemer
OHB — Germany

B4.4. Small Earth Observation Missions

We call for papers that will present information to decision makers, scientists, engineers, and managers about cost-effective small satellite missions, instruments, technologies, and designs of both current and planned Earth and near-Earth missions. This session addresses the technologies, applications and missions achieved through the use of small, cost-effective satellites to observe the Earth and near-Earth space. Innovative cost-effective solutions to the needs of the science and applications communities are sought. Satellite technologies suited for use on small satellites including those in the single to multiple CubeSat ranges are particularly encouraged. Satellite or technology development efforts that make use of innovative launch opportunities, such as the developing space tourism market and commercial launch capability, hold significant promise for low-cost access to space make Earth observation missions attainable to non-governmental organizations as well as traditional users: papers addressing these evolving opportunities would be welcomed.

Co-Chair

Carsten Tobehn
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Larry Paxton
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory — United States

Rapporteur

Marco Gomez Jenkins
— United Kingdom

Eugene D Kim
Satrec Initiative — Korea, Republic of

B4.5. Access to Space for Small Satellite Missions

A key challenge facing the viability and growth of the small satellite community is affordable and reliable space access. Topics of interest for this session include the utilization of dedicated launches; development of ride-share systems, auxiliary payload systems, and separation and dispenser systems; and responsive integration approaches that will enable efficient small satellite access to space. Includes lessons learned from users on technical and programmatic approaches. For a dedicated discussion of small satellite propulsion systems, please refer to session B4.5A-C4.8. For a discussion of small launchers concepts and operations, please refer to session D2.7.

Co-Chair

Yves Gerard
Airbus Defence & Space — France

Philip Davies
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

Rapporteur

Jeffrey Michlitsch
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Carlos Niederstrasser
Northrop Grumman Corporation — United States

B4.5A-C4.8. Joint Session between IAA and IAF for Small Satellite Propulsion Systems

This session will pay particular attention to propulsion systems and associated technologies as an enabler to efficient small satellite access to space and orbit change. Papers are invited discussing the particular challenges of design, manufacture, testing, operations and technological developments of small satellite propulsion systems, and the challenges of obtaining high performance within a small volume and mass. The scope includes chemical and electric propulsion systems for major orbit changes, fine orbit control and maintenance, and end-of-life disposal. This session will be accepting submissions for oral presentations only. For papers with an emphasis on the small satellite and its system design, refer to other B4 sessions. For a focus on other propulsion systems and technologies, refer to other C4 sessions.

Co-Chair

Jeff Emdee
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Arnau Pons Lorente
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — United States

Rapporteur

Elena Toson
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — Italy

Ulrich Gotzig
ArianeGroup — Germany

B4.6A. Generic Technologies for Small Satellites (1)

This session, together with session B4.6B, covers emerging and promising generic technologies for small satellites, including platform and payload technologies. Real-life examples are particularly encouraged, both recently launched and shortly to be launched (next 3 years).

Co-Chair

Philip Davies
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

Joost Elstak
ICEYE — The Netherlands

Rapporteur

Jian Guo
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

Thomas Terzibaschian
Astro- und Feinwerktechnik Adlershof GmbH — Germany

B4.6B. Generic Technologies for Small Satellites (2)

This session, together with session B4.6A, covers emerging and promising generic technologies for small satellites, including platform and payload technologies Real-life examples are particularly encouraged, both recently launched and shortly to be launched (next 3 years).

Co-Chair

Andy Vick
RAL Space — United Kingdom

Martin von der Ohe
Lacuna Space — Germany

Rapporteur

Zeger de Groot
Innovative Solutions in Space BV — The Netherlands

Paolo Marzioli
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

B4.7. Constellations and Distributed Systems

Small satellites offer important advantages in creating new opportunities for implementing spatially-distributed space-based systems (e.g. Constellations). In this session we focus on new, emerging, or enabling technologies that can be used or are being used to create networked data collection systems via small satellites. Specifically, Session B4.7 focuses on Constellations (e.g. Constellation missions for Earth Observation, IoT/M2M and LEO Communications), distributed architectures (e.g. Distributed SAR systems) and sensor systems and how these low-cost and rapidly delivered technologies offer the potential to fulfill complex user needs, working in coordination with other small or large space infrastructures (e.g. mega-constellations), as well as with airborne or terrestrial assets. Papers should show how cross-platform compatibility (both hardware and software aspects) can be used to enable these systems, any standards that are proposed or adopted, design techniques that enable this cross-platform compatibility, etc. We are particularly interested in technologies that enable small spacecraft to play an important role in upcoming applications, such as (but not limited to) civil security, telecommunications in remote areas, navigation support (e.g., along the new foreseen routes in the Arctic), natural disaster management (e.g., damage assessment and first responders support), and planetary exploration. In this regard, the development and usage of Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) technologies are also of specific interest to the session. Distributed systems and their impact in terms of new opportunities for the emerging Commercial Space Industry and new commercial space missions with small platforms is also of specific interest to the session. The integrated applications of these sensor systems are covered in Symposium Session B5.2, and the broader view of tools and technologies to enable integrated applications are covered in B5.1. In B4.7 authors are also invited to analyze technological enhancements and new developments needed to guarantee small satellite integration with existing and scheduled assets from both the bus and payload perspectives. Also analysis of inter-operability within integrated systems can be addressed, like payload data management, spacecraft operation, and formation flying.

Co-Chair

Rainer Sandau
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) — Germany

Michele Grassi
University of Naples "Federico II" — Italy

Rapporteur

Jaime Esper
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Maria Daniela Graziano
University of Naples "Federico II" — Italy

Klaus Schilling
University Wuerzburg — Germany

B4.8. Small Spacecraft for Deep-Space Exploration

This session focuses on innovative small spacecraft designs, systems, missions and technologies for the exploration and commercialization of space beyond Earth orbit. Target destinations for these miniaturized space probes include the Earth's Moon, Mars, comets and asteroids, as well as other destinations that are targets for in-situ resource utilization (ISRU). Small exploration probes covered by this session may come in many different forms including special-purpose miniature spacecraft, standard format small platforms such as Cubesats or other microsats, nanosats, picosats, etc. Topics include new and emerging technologies including the use of commercial off the shelf (COTS) technologies, miniaturized subsystems including propulsion, avionics, guidance navigation & control, power supply, communication, thermal management, and sensors and instruments. The main focus of this session is on new and emerging systems, missions, driving technologies and applications that are both government-funded as well as driven by commercial ventures.

Co-Chair

Leon Alkalai
Mandala Space Ventures — United States

Rene Laufer
Luleå University of Technology — Sweden

Rapporteur: Lihua Zhang
DFH Satellite Co. Ltd. — China

B4.9-GTS.5. Small Satellite Missions Global Technical Session

The Small Satellite Missions Global Technical Session (GTS) is a collaboration between the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) Small Satellite Missions Symposium and the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) Workforce Development/Young Professionals Programme Committee. This session is unique in that it allows for sharing of information on a global scale with presenters and audience both at the IAC venue and online at their home/work/university locations. Abstracts are solicited regarding operational missions or mature proposals for small satellite systems and related topics. These must have clear relevance on an international scale or at a business level, and must also provide young professionals a taste of what the space sector has to offer. Where possible, abstracts should have a wide interest in the community and should include transferable knowledge or lessons learned. Abstracts highlighting ingenuity or innovation are preferred. Examples include space missions utilizing small satellites that address specific new societal, scientific or commercial challenges, or novel technologies that have the potential to revolutionize space missions and/or enable their access to space. Papers are to describe the specific need, the small satellite approach that addresses this need, the benefits of this approach and the use of space technology, and demonstrate that other non-space approaches provide inferior solutions. Papers from, or directed at the young professional community are preferred. This session will be accepting submissions for oral presentations only.

Co-Chair

Matthias Hetscher
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

LIKHIT WARANON
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization) — Thailand

Rapporteur

Alex da Silva Curiel
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

Victoria Barabash
Luleå University of Technology — Sweden

B4.10-A6.10. Joint Small Satellite/Space Debris Session on Small Satellite Operations for the Sustainability of Space

Co-Chair

Paolo Marzioli
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

Philip Davies
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

B4.IP. Interactive Presentations - 33rd IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SMALL SATELLITE MISSIONS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects on small satellite missions addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the B Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Danil Ivanov
Keldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics, RAS — Russian Federation

Andreas Hornig
AerospaceResearch.net — Germany

Rapporteur

Jian Guo
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

Klaus Schilling
Zentrum für Telematik — Germany

B5. IAF SYMPOSIUM ON INTEGRATED APPLICATIONS

Space systems are more and more involved in the delivery of global services to end-users. Integrated Applications are built on the exploitation of space and terrestrial technologies for the benefit of the global population. This symposium will address various aspects of space-based downstream services with a special emphasis to the sustainable development of our planet in line with the objectives defined by the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Integrated applications combine data from existing space assets, such as Satellite Communications, Earth Observation, Satellite Navigation with airborne and ground-based systems, in addition to other technologies, such as big data, drone, analytics, IOT, 5G and others to deliver sustainable solutions and services responding to users’ needs. The goal of the symposium is to discuss the different types of systems, tools and technologies, such as the kind of space and non-space data to be collected, how are data collected and integrated, that can enable the development of end-to-end solutions.

Coordinator

Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

B5.1. Tools and Technology in Support of Integrated Applications

The session will focus on specific systems, tools and technology in support of integrated applications by addressing the various issues associated with applications development, the kind of data to be collected, how are data collected and how the data are integrated and distributed to address key user needs. Integrated Applications are built on the exploitation of space and terrestrial technologies for the benefit of the global population. Emerging technologies, such as Generative AI, Quantum Information, and other advanced technologies are rapidly revolutionizing and reshaping infrastructure and global-local economies. Leveraging these new transformative developments and understanding their disruptive potential with respect to technology, shifting demographics and global connectivity is essential for space technologies. Possible topics include: ground-truthing of data collected from space platforms; innovative, low-cost solutions for data distribution and access that focus on the space segment; new ways of integrating space and non-space data; data fusion and visualization tools; enabling technologies in support of new developments, models in support of applications, managing integrated applications programmes and public outreach efforts to connect the public to these applications.

Co-Chair

Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

Rapporteur: Marion Allayioti
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

B5.2. Integrated Applications End-to-End Solutions

The session will be a forum for end-to-end solutions, case studies, proof-of-concept applications and current projects that aim to provide innovative , and sustainable solutionsthat combine terrestrial and space-based data sources with models and other technologies to address specific user requirements. These examples can cover a variety of sectors, like disaster/crisis monitoring and management, energy, food security, smart cities, transport, health, maritime, education, tourism, etc. The user needs, the organizations of the user communities, the service value chain, the business case and the societal impact of the solutions are among the many aspects that can be considered. Examples of projects with established partnerships between space and non-space stakeholders are appreciated. The different ways of assessing the impact of specific integrated applications in addressing the users and stakeholders needs and requirements could also be discussed.

Co-Chair

Marcello Romano
Technical University of Munich (TUM) — Germany

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

Rapporteur: Marion Allayioti
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

B5.3. Integrated Commercial Satellite Applications for Sustainability and Climate

Spaceflight represents one of humanity’s most powerful tools for addressing our planet’s most pressing global challenges . From monitoring Ozone depletion and deforestation to enabling precision agriculture and disaster response, space-derived data and insights have been essential in advancing sustainable solutions. This session invites paper focused on integrated commercial stallite applications that directly support the seventeen (17) UN Sustainable development goals, including but not limited to efforts in climate change mitigation, biodiversity preservation, food and water security, and public health. Contributions are encouraged that demonstrate how space-based assets integrated with terrestrial systems, innovative analytics, and cross-sector partnerships, can enable measurable progress toward sustainability objectives. Relevant domains include (but are not limited to): agriculture, water and air quality, maritime and land resource management, disaster resilience, space domain awareness and orbital debris mitigation, transportation and mobility, and energy transition. Papers may present operational case studies, prototype systems, cross-domain architectures, or strategic frameworks that showcase the power of integrated space applications to make life on Earth more sustainable, equitable, and resilient.

Co-Chair

John M. Horack
The Ohio State University College of Engineering — United States

Bruce Chesley
Teaching Science and Technology, Inc (TSTI) — United States

Rapporteur: Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

B5.4. Advancing Earth observation with artificial intelligence across the full value chain

The integration of AI into Earth Observation is poised to be a truly transformative force, moving beyond incremental improvements to fundamentally reshape the entire sector. The potential of AI is so vast that a dedicated technical session within the EO Symposium is essential. While existing sessions are already providing opportunities to expore outcomes from the application of AI to single-point challenges, this session’s novelty lies in its holistic, end-to-end approach. It invites all EO academics, professionals and End-Users working on or with EO foundational models to meet in one single session and share the state-of-the-art models. The session will go beyond isolated applications to explore how AI acts as an integrated engine across the full value chain. We’ll invite speakers to present the latest research and findings on how AI is impacting every phase: from the earliest stages of mission and policy planning to the final delivery of actionable insights. It will explore how AI will revolutionize hardware manufacturing for EO, optimize strategic implementation, and enable new forms of data collection and processing. Ultimately, it will offer a comprehensive view of this AI-driven transformation connecting the dots from technology to strategy to real-world impact in Earth Observations.

Co-Chair

Luís Ferreira
Airbus Defence and Space — Germany

Piera di Vito
European Space Agency (ESA/ESRIN) — Italy

Giulia Manzetti
OHB — Germany

Rapporteur: Beatrice Barresi
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

B5.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SYMPOSIUM ON INTEGRATED APPLICATIONS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of integrated applications addressed in the classic Sessions. The IP session is not restricted to any specific topic related to space law and invites authors to contribute presentations on any interesting, relevant and current space law issues. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Coordinator

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

B6. IAF SPACE OPERATIONS SYMPOSIUM

The Space Operations Symposium, organised by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), encompasses all aspects of spaceflight operations across the entire life cycle of space and ground segments. The sessions address space operations including human spaceflight and robotic space missions, from low-Earth and geosynchronous orbit, to lunar, planetary, science and exploration missions covering institutional space missions, commercial space systems, small spacecraft and constellations. This symposium addresses both, flight and ground systems, and includes mission planning, training, and real time operations.

Coordinator

Andreas Rudolph
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Otfrid G. Liepack
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Zeina Mounzer
Telespazio VEGA Deutschland GmbH — Germany

Borre Pedersen
Kongsberg Satellite Services AS — Norway

Claude Audouy
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

B6.1. Ground Operations - Systems and Solutions

This session addresses all aspects of ground systems and solutions for all mission types, for both preparation and execution phases.

Co-Chair

Sean Burns
EUMETSAT — Germany

Claude Audouy
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur

Regina Mosenkis
Airbus Defence & Space — Germany

Keyur Patel
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

B6.2. Innovative Space Operations Concepts and Advanced Systems

This session addresses innovative space operations and addresses advanced concepts, systems, approaches, processes and tools for operating existing and new types of missions, improving mission output in quality and quantity, and reducing cost.

Co-Chair

Mario Cardano
Thales Alenia Space France — Italy

Andreas Ohndorf
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

Rapporteur

Jackelynne Silva-Martinez
NASA — United States

Yuichiro Nogawa
Japan Manned Space Systems Corporation (JAMSS) — Japan

B6.3. Mission Operations, Validation, Simulation and Training

This session addresses the broad topic of operations, from preparation through validation, simulation and training, including operations concepts, execution and lessons learned. This includes both flight and surface operations.

Co-Chair

Andreas Rudolph
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Zeina Mounzer
Telespazio VEGA Deutschland GmbH — Germany

Rapporteur

Borre Pedersen
Kongsberg Satellite Services AS — Norway

Matthew Duggan
The Boeing Company — United States

B6.4-B3.4. Flight & Ground Operations of HSF Systems - A Joint Session of the IAF Human Spaceflight and IAF Space Operations Symposia

Co-Chair

Dieter Sabath
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Annamaria Piras
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Rapporteur

Jérôme Campan
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Maria Grulich
Telespazio Germany GmbH — Germany

B6.5. Large Constellations & Fleet Operations

Access to space has been simplified and opened the door to a wider range of applications. Organisations are opting for distributed architectures of satellite constellations instead of single-satellite missions. The complexity of the overall system has shifted and necessitated a focus on efficient management and operation of a multitude of heterogeneous smaller elements. This session addresses the operations of large constellations, covering all related elements and phases; the operations concepts and solutions, the required ground segment architecture, the scale-up, deployment, and exploitation, the space traffic management approaches, end-of-life management, as well as the advantages, challenges, the outlook and foreseen developments.

Co-Chair

Simon Plum
European Space Agency (ESA-ESOC) — Germany

Thomas Uhlig
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Rapporteur

Shawn Linam
Qwaltec, Inc. — United States

Mario Cardano
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

B6.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE OPERATIONS SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity for authors to deliver key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Operations addressed in the main technical sessions of this symposium. The interactive presentation is a new format that allows the authors to create presentations which can include videos and animations that are shown on screens in a dedicated area throughout the congress week. Authors of the interactive presentations are also given a 5 min slot to present during the Interactive Session. The five very best interactive presentations of the IAC are selected and announced during the Interactive Presentation Award Ceremony.

Co-Chair

Andreas Rudolph
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Otfrid G. Liepack
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

C1. IAF ASTRODYNAMICS SYMPOSIUM

This symposium addresses advances in orbital mechanics, attitude dynamics, guidance, navigation and control of space systems.

Coordinator

Elena Fantino
Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KUST) — United Arab Emirates

Vincent Martinot
Thales Alenia Space France — France

C1.1. Attitude Dynamics (1)

This theme discusses advances in spacecraft attitude dynamics and control, as well as design, testing and performance of novel attitude sensors and actuators. This theme also covers dynamics and control of multiple interconnected rigid and flexible bodies, including tethered systems, and in-orbit assembly.

Co-Chair

Marcello Romano
Technical University of Munich (TUM) — Germany

Bin Meng
Beijing Institute of Control Engineering, Beijing, 100080, P.R. China — China

Rapporteur: Mikhail Ovchinnikov
Keldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics, RAS — Russian Federation

C1.2. Attitude Dynamics (2)

Co-Chair

Jinglang Feng
— China

Bang Hyochoong
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) — Korea, Republic of

Rapporteur: Anna Guerman
Centre for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies (C-MAST) — Portugal

C1.3. Guidance, Navigation and Control (1)

The emphasis of this theme is on the studies and application related to the guidance, navigation and control of Earth-orbiting and interplanetary spacecraft, including formation flying, rendezvous and docking.

Co-Chair

Shinichiro Sakai
ISAS/JAXA — Japan

Steve Ulrich
Carleton University — Canada

Rapporteur: Guo Linli
Institute of Manned Space System Engineering,China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

C1.4. Guidance, Navigation and Control (2)

Co-Chair

Mai Bando
Kyushu University — Japan

Hanspeter Schaub
Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research, University of Colorado — United States

Rapporteur: Krishna Dev Kumar
Toronto Metropolitan University — Canada

C1.5. Guidance, Navigation & Control (3)

Co-Chair

Puneet Singla
Pennsylvania State University — United States

Bernard Lübke-Ossenbeck
OHB System AG-Bremen — Germany

Rapporteur: Chen-Huan Pi
Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) — Taipei

C1.6. Mission Design, Operations & Optimization (1)

The theme covers design, operations and optimization of Earth-orbiting and interplanetary missions, with emphasis on studies and experiences related to current and future missions.

Co-Chair

Erick Lansard
Satellite Research Center, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) — Singapore, Republic of

Paolo Teofilatto
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

Rapporteur: Michèle Lavagna
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

C1.7. Mission Design, Operations & Optimization (2)

The theme covers design, operations and optimization of Earth-orbiting and interplanetary missions, with emphasis on studies and experiences related to current and future missions.

Co-Chair

Diane Davis
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Johnson Space Center — United States

Richard Epenoy
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur: Stéphanie Lizy Destrez
SUPAERO- Ecole Nationale Supérieure de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace — France

C1.8. Orbital Dynamics (1)

This theme discusses advances in the knowledge of natural motions of objects in orbit around the Earth, planets, minor bodies, Lagrangian points and more generally natural orbital dynamics of spacecraft in the Solar System. It also covers advances in orbit determination.

Co-Chair

Othon Winter
UNESP - São Paulo Sate University — Brazil

Kathleen Howell
Purdue University — United States

Rapporteur: Yoshitsugu Hitachi
— Japan

C1.9. Orbital Dynamics (2)

Co-Chair

Roberto Armellin
The University of Auckland — New Zealand

Josep J. Masdemont
Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya (UPC) — Spain

Rapporteur: Danil Ivanov
Keldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics, RAS — Russian Federation

C1.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF ASTRODYNAMICS SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Astrodynamics addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the C Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Vladimir Razoumny
RUDN University — Russian Federation

Manoranjan Sinha
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur — India

Feng Jinglang
University of Strathclyde — United Kingdom

C2. IAF MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES SYMPOSIUM

The IAF Materials and Structures Committee addresses materials and structures technologies applicable to space transportation, space exploration and in orbit operation. Three sessions are allocated for the design, verification of qualification of launcher, spacecraft, large orbital structures and in-orbit operating vehicles and robotic systems. It concerns their structures, propellant tanks, propulsive subsystem mechanical components, fluidic and thermal control systems. Six sessions deal with specific technical topics related to the aforementioned different types of applications. Mastering the space structures control, dynamics and micro-dynamics is an important technical field of expertise ensuring the proper functioning of space transportation systems and in-orbit structures and robotic systems. The structures require for high reliability and performance a thorough selection, characterization and qualification of materials, considering the space environmental conditions covering a temperature range from cryogenic conditions up to extreme high temperatures during re-entry in the atmosphere. Protection systems are mandatory especially for in-orbit operating structures, vehicles, space stations and robotic systems. The application of additive manufacturing technologies allow to design and produce multifunctional structures. New smart materials, adaptive structures and nanotechnologies pave the way for new advanced designs of e.g. Sensors and actuators. Reduction of production cost are nowadays playing a very important role. A specific session has been set-up which is addressing the manufacturing and industrialization for Launch Vehicle and Space Vehicle Structures and components.

Coordinator

Jochen Albus
ArianeGroup — Germany

Alwin Eisenmann
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Luft-und Raumfahrt, Lilienthal-Oberth e.V. (DGLR) — Germany

C2.1. Space Structures I Design, Development and Verification (Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles, including their Mechanical/Thermal/ Fluidic Systems)

The topics addressed in this session cover the aspects of the design, development and verification of space launch system structures (e.g. pressurized propellant tanks, non-pressurized structures of space vehicles, control surfaces) and their components (e.g. fluidic equipment and propulsive lines, thermal control systems). The aspects of design, development, verification, and qualification concern: • Thermo-Mechanical loads and environment • New structural concepts (e.g. multi-functional structures, design concepts for reusability) • Structure design and verification (stiffness, strength, static and dynamic stability, damage tolerance, reusability) • design, verification and qualification of fluidic and thermal control systems • Structure optimization • Materials • Static and dynamic ground testing • Exploitation of flight measurements and in-orbit testing • Lessons learned related to space vehicle structures and components development, verification and qualification

Co-Chair

Alwin Eisenmann
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Luft-und Raumfahrt, Lilienthal-Oberth e.V. (DGLR) — Germany

Jochen Albus
ArianeGroup — Germany

Rapporteur: Coraline Dalibot
Rutherford Appleton Laboratory — United Kingdom

C2.2. Space Structures II Development and Verification (Orbital deployable and dimensionally stable structures, including mechanical and robotic systems and subsystems)

The topics to be addressed within this session concern all aspects of deployable and dimensionally stable structures e.g. reflectors, telescopes, antennas etc. It includes structural design, analysis and verification, shape control and thermal distortion as well as evaluation of analysis versus test results, of both on-ground and in-orbit testing. Furthermore, related mechanical, thermal and robotic systems and subsystems/mechanisms will be covered.

Co-Chair

Paolo Gasbarri
University of Rome “La Sapienza” — Italy

Pavel Trivailo
RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology) — Australia

Rapporteur

Jiawen Qiu
— China

Javad Fatemi
Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands — Netherlands Antilles

C2.3. Space Structures III Design, Development and Verification (Orbital infrastructure for in orbit service & manufacturing, Robotic and Mechatronic systems, including their Mechanical/Thermal/ Fluidic Systems)

The topics to be addressed include all aspects of orbital infrastructures design, development and verification, including their mechanical/robotic/thermal/fluidic systems and subsystems, such as manned and unmanned spacecraft, space stations, re-entry vehicles and small satellites. Advanced subsystems and design of future exploration missions will be covered, considering issues arising from material selection, cost efficiency and reliability, and advancements in development with respect to engineering analysis, manufacturing, and test verification. Furthermore, design and testing of robotic and mechatronics systems for exploration, in-orbit servicing and manufacturing of space structures will be addressed. It is also planned to discuss the issues of experimental and computational simulation of functioning and full-scale tests of space infrastructures and their systems/subsystems. Attention will be paid to the problem of verification and validation of mathematical models for the design and experimental development of these objects at various phases of their life cycle.

Co-Chair

Andreas Rittweger
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

Pier Marzocca
RMIT University — Australia

Rapporteur

Ijar Da Fonseca
ITA-DCTA — Brazil

Oleg Alifanov
MAI — Russian Federation

C2.4. Space Structures Control, Dynamics and Microdynamics

The topics to be addressed include dynamics analysis and testing, modal identification, landing and impact dynamics, pyro-shock, test facilities, vibration suppression techniques, damping, micro-dynamics, in-orbit dynamic environment, wave structural propagation, excitation sources and in-orbit dynamic testing. Attention will be paid to dynamics modelling and control of robotic and mechatronic systems (e.g. manipulators for the servicing and/or assembly of space structures, pointing mechanisms, etc).

Co-Chair

Federica Angeletti
University of Rome “La Sapienza” — Italy

Élcio Jeronimo de Oliveira
Associazione Italiana di Aeronautica e Astronautica (AIDAA) — Brazil

Rapporteur

Harijono Djojodihardjo
Bandung Institut of Tecnology — Indonesia

André Da Silva
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

C2.5. Space Structures and Materials for Extreme Environment (High-temperature and cryogenic-temperature applications including thermal insulation concepts)

The topics to be addressed include structures and materials for extreme environments, including both cryogenic applications and high temperature applications in space related domains. The session covers the full spectrum of material, design, manufacturing and testing. Operation of structures and mechanisms in cryogenic environment is quite challenging. This concerns the components design as well as the materials they are made of or lubricants needed for proper functioning. Tanks for storage of cryogenic propellants for launch vehicle application or long term storage of cryogenic liquids require an appropriate material selection and characterization, especially when organic composite materials are considered. Cryogenic insulation for propellant tanks and lines, especially for reusable launch vehicles exposed to aerothermal loads might require a combination with high temperature thermal protection systems. (Foam with metallic protection, vacuum insulated sandwich, stand-off thermal protection…). For the elevated temperature regime, this session includes carbon-carbon and ceramic matrix composites, ultra-high temperature ceramic matrix composites, ablative materials, ceramic tiles and insulations, together with innovative structural concepts making use of the above, for propulsion systems, launchers, hypersonic vehicles, re-entry vehicles, aero capture, power generation.

Co-Chair

David E. Glass
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

James Tucker
American Astronautical Society (AAS) — United States

Rapporteur: Pierre Baudry
ArianeGroup — France

C2.6. Space Environmental Effects, Spacecraft and Habitats Protection

The focus of the session will be on space environmental effects, spacecraft and habitats protection. The effects of vacuum, radiation, atomic oxygen, spacecraft charging, thermal cycling, dissociation, meteoroids and space debris impact on space systems, materials and structures, and microelectronics will be addressed. Protective and shielding technologies, including analysis, simulation and testing of debris impact, and susceptibility of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) micro- electronics to space radiation are covered.

Co-Chair

Antonio Del Vecchio
CIRA Italian Aerospace Research Centre — Italy

Anatolii Lohvynenko
Yuzhnoye State Design Office — Ukraine

Rapporteur: Giuliano Marino
CIRA Italian Aerospace Research Centre — Italy

C2.7. Manufacturing and industrialization for Launch Vehicle and Space Vehicle Structures and components (High volume production, industrialization, automation and digitalization)

This session explores manufacturing and industrialization approaches that enable scalable, cost-efficient, and high-quality production of launch vehicle and spacecraft structures and their components. We invite contributions covering innovative manufacturing methods, digital and automated production lines, design-to-manufacturing concepts, and industrialization strategies that reduce production cost, shorten time-to-market and increase reliability. Topics include advanced materials processing, high-cadence production, lean manufacturing, and the integration of digital tools such as AI, AR/VR, machine learning, digital twins, and real-time data analytics. Special attention will be given to case studies and lessons learned from the transition from prototype to series production – highlighting how digitalization and automation are transforming the way space systems are built.

Co-Chair

Aicke Patzelt
MT Aerospace AG — Germany

Elizabeth Barrios
Blue Origin LLC — United States

Rapporteur: Oliver Kunz
Beyond Gravity — Switzerland

C2.8. Advancements in Materials Applications, Additive Manufacturing, and Rapid Prototyping Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping

The topics to be addressed include advancements in materials applications, novel technical concepts in the rapid prototyping of space systems, and materials and processes for in space manufacturing and construction. Continuous improvements in materials and structural concepts are always needed to achieve extremely demanding goals in performance, reliability, and affordability of space components, especially in terms of greater accuracy/dimensional stability, longer life, greater survivability to both natural and threat environments, and producibility capability for high volume production. Different additive manufacturing (AM) processes are currently used for different materials in the fabrication of metal, ceramic, and plastic parts. New and different processes are being developed for utilization of lunar regolith materials for manufacturing and construction. As a very new technique, AM is strongly emerging due to the capability of optimization of structural parts for space applications as it concerns weight reduction, improvement of mechanical properties and reduction of development and lead times as well as cost reduction. The ability to utilize in situ resources for manufacturing and construction is very attractive for logistics reduction for deep space exploration.

Co-Chair

Eleonore Poli
Centre Suisse d’Electronique et de Microtechnique SA (CSEM) — Switzerland

Raymond G. Clinton
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center — United States

Rapporteur: Mario Marchetti
Sapienza University of Rome — Italy

C2.9. Smart Materials and Adaptive Structures & Specialized Technologies, Including Nanotechnology

The focus of the session will be on application of smart materials to spacecraft and launch vehicle systems, novel sensor and actuator concepts and new concepts for multi-functional and intelligent structural systems. Also included in the session will be new control methods for vibration suppression and shape control using adaptive structures as well as comparisons of predicted performance with data from ground and in-orbit testing. Specialized material and structures technologies are explored in a large variety of space applications both to enable advanced exploration, and science/observation mission scenarios to perform test verifications relying on utmost miniaturization of devices and highest capabilities in structural, thermal, electrical, electromechanical/ optical performances offered by the progress in nanotechnology. Examples are the exceptional performances at nano-scale in strength, electrical, thermal conduction of Carbon nanotubes which are experiencing first applications at macro-scale such as nano-composite structures, high efficiency energy storage wheels, MEMS and MOEMS devices. Molecular nanotechnology and advances in manipulation at nano-scale offer the road to molecular machines, ultracompact sensors for science applications and mass storage devices. The Session encourages presentations of specialized technologies, in particular of nanomaterial related techniques and their application in devices offering unprecedented performances for space applications.

Co-Chair

Behnam Ashrafi
Canadian Aeronautics & Space Institute (CASI) — Canada

Aashish Agrawal
Space Applications Centre (ISRO) — India

Rapporteur: Kanjuro Makihara
Tohoku University — Japan

C2.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Materials and Structures addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the C Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Jochen Albus
ArianeGroup — Germany

Alwin Eisenmann
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Luft-und Raumfahrt, Lilienthal-Oberth e.V. (DGLR) — Germany

C3. IAF SPACE POWER SYMPOSIUM

Reliable energy systems continue to be key for all space missions. The future exploration and development of space depend on new, more affordable and more reliable energy sources of diverse types ranging from the very small to the extraordinarily large. Moreover, the continuing support for space activities by the public requires that these activities are increasingly inserted into the global challenge to transition current terrestrial energy systems into more environmentally friendly, sustainable ones. The space sector has traditionally served as cutting edge precursor for the development of some renewable power systems. These activities are now put into a much larger space & energy perspective. These range from joint technology development up to visionary concepts such as space solar power plants. The Space Power Symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), addresses all these aspects, covering the whole range from power generation, energy conversion & storage, power management, power transmission & distribution at system and sub-system levels including commercial considerations. It will include, but not be restricted, to topics such as advanced solar and nuclear systems for spacecraft power and propulsion, novel power generation and energy harvesting, and examine the prospects for using space-based power plants to provide energy remotely to the Earth or other planets.

Coordinator

John C. Mankins
ARTEMIS Innovation Management Solutions, LLC — United States

Koji Tanaka
Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency — Japan

Serdar Baycan
Solar Space Technologies Pty Ltd — Australia

C3.1. Solar Power Satellite

This session deals with all aspects of concepts and architectures for space-based solar power plants and concepts integrating space and terrestrial energy activities. It will be structured in two half-sessions, one focusing on advances in the field of space solar power plant architectures and one on activities in the field of space & energy, including all types of conceptual, technical and organizational progress to better integrate space and terrestrial energy activities. It is the primary international forum for scientific and technical exchanges on this topic and thus provides a unique common platform for discussions. Topically it will include all system-level, architectural, organizational and commercial aspects, including modeling and optimization as well as related non-technical aspects.

Co-Chair

John C. Mankins
ARTEMIS Innovation Management Solutions, LLC — United States

Ming Li
China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Rapporteur

Leopold Summerer
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Koji Tanaka
Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency — Japan

C3.2. Wireless Power Transmission Technologies and Application

This session focuses on all aspects of wireless power transmission systems. It covers wireless power transmission technologies, including laser, microwave-based as well as novel wireless power transmission technologies from the short ranges (e.g. within spacecraft or between two surface installations) up the very large distances for space exploration and power transmission from space to ground. The session covers theoretical as well as applied and experimental results, including emitter/receiver antenna architectures and deployment.

Co-Chair: Ming Li
China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Rapporteur

Massimiliano Vasile
University of Strathclyde — United Kingdom

Haroon B. Oqab
Space Canada Corporation — Canada

Nobuyuki Kaya
Kobe University — Japan

C3.3. Advanced Space Power Technologies

This session covers all types of advanced space power technologies and concepts for the satellites, moon/asteroid/planetary exploration and manned space activities. These include technologies and concepts related to power generation (solar, nuclear, other) and harvesting, power conditioning, management and distribution, power transmission and energy storage.

Co-Chair

Gary Barnhard
National Space Society — United States

Lisa May
— United States

Rapporteur

Lee Mason
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Glenn Research Center — United States

Koji Tanaka
Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency — Japan

C3.4. Space Power Systems for Ambitious Missions

This session is devoted to emerging concepts ranging from very small power (micro and milli-watt power) to very large power systems toward future ambitious space missions and space utilizations such as future moon village. These include concepts and technology developments of space power system for the increasing spacecraft market by the nano-, micro- and mini spacecraft. This session is dedicated to power systems for such applications as well as for long-duration exploration probes and sensors.

Co-Chair

Massimiliano Vasile
University of Strathclyde — United Kingdom

Lisa May
— United States

Rapporteur

Xinbin Hou
CAST — China

Koji Tanaka
Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency — Japan

C3.5-C4.10. Joint Session on Nuclear Power and Propulsion Systems, and Propellantless Propulsion

This session, organized jointly between the Space Power and the Space Propulsion Symposia, addresses all aspects related to nuclear power and propulsion systems for space applications. The session also addresses all types of propellantless propulsion including (but not limited to) solar sails, magnetic sails, laser propulsion, tethers, etc.

Co-Chair

Leopold Summerer
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Saroj Kumar
Propulsion Research Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville — United States

Lisa May
— United States

Rapporteur

Paolo Gessini
Universidade de Brasília — Brazil

Jamila Mansouri
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

C3.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE POWER SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Power addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the C Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Ming Li
China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Koji Tanaka
Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency — Japan

Haroon Oqab
Kepler Space University — United States

C4. IAF SPACE PROPULSION SYMPOSIUM

The Space Propulsion Symposium addresses sub-orbital, Earth to orbit and in-space propulsion. The general areas considered include both chemical and non-chemical rocket propulsion, air-breathing propulsion, and combined air-breathing and rocket systems. Typical specific propulsion categories of interest are liquid, solid and hybrid rocket systems, ramjet, scramjet, detonation-based propulsion and various combinations of air-breathing and rocket propulsion and nuclear, electric, solar and other advanced rocket systems, and propulsion systems dedicated to small satellites. The Symposium also welcomes contributions on component technologies, the operation and application to missions of overall propulsion systems, and unique propulsion test facilities.

Coordinator

Angelo Cervone
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

Adam Okninski
Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation (ILOT) — Poland

Ozan Kara
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) — United Arab Emirates

Saroj Kumar
Propulsion Research Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville — United States

Andrei Shumeiko
Bauman Moscow State Technical University — Russian Federation

C4.1. Liquid Propulsion (1)

The session Liquid Propulsion (1) is dedicated to Liquid Rocket Engines (mono-propellant or bi-propellant), with particular emphasis on full engine systems. The session welcomes manuscripts on all research and development areas, with a significant technical content: design, testing (including diagnostics and test facilities), analysis and calculations, modelling, applications, science and fundamentals.

Co-Chair

Christophe Bonhomme
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Justin Hardi
German Aerospace Center (DLR) — Germany

Rapporteur

Ozan Kara
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) — United Arab Emirates

Mario Kobald
HyImpulse Technologies GmbH — Germany

C4.2. Liquid Propulsion (2)

The session Liquid Propulsion (2) is dedicated to Liquid Rocket Engines (mono-propellant or bi-propellant), with particular emphasis on sub-systems and specific components (including propellants). The session welcomes manuscripts on all research and development areas, with a significant technical content: design, testing (including diagnostics and test facilities), analysis and calculations, modelling, applications, science and fundamentals.

Co-Chair

Angelo Cervone
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

Christian Bach
Technische Universität Dresden (DTU) — Germany

Rapporteur

Adam Okninski
Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation (ILOT) — Poland

Elizabeth Jens
Jet Propulsion Laboratory - California Institute of Technology — United States

C4.3. Solid and Hybrid Propulsion (1)

The session Solid and Hybrid Propulsion (1) is dedicated to Solid and Hybrid Rocket motors, with particular emphasis on full systems. The session welcomes manuscripts on all research and development areas: design, testing (including diagnostics and test facilities), analysis and calculations, modelling, applications, science and fundamentals.

Co-Chair

Adam Okninski
Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation (ILOT) — Poland

Mario Kobald
HyImpulse Technologies GmbH — Germany

Rapporteur

Yen-Sen Chen
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) — United States

Yuji Saito
Tohoku University — Japan

C4.4. Solid and Hybrid Propulsion (2)

The session Solid and Hybrid Propulsion (2) is dedicated to Solid and Hybrid Rocket motors, with particular emphasis on sub-systems and specific components (including propellants). The session welcomes manuscripts on all research and development areas: design, testing (including diagnostics and test facilities), analysis and calculations, modelling, applications, science and fundamentals.

Co-Chair

Didier Boury
ArianeGroup SAS — France

Ozan Kara
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) — United Arab Emirates

Rapporteur

Stefano Mungiguerra
Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II” — Italy

Arif Karabeyoglu
Koc University — Türkiye

C4.5. Electric Propulsion (1)

The sessions Electric Propulsion (1) and Electric Propulsion (2) are dedicated to all aspects of Electric Propulsion, including full systems, sub-systems and specific components. The sessions welcome manuscripts on all research and development areas: design, testing (including diagnostics and test facilities), analysis and calculations, modelling, applications, science and fundamentals.

Co-Chair

Jamila Mansouri
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Andrei Shumeiko
Bauman Moscow State Technical University — Russian Federation

Rapporteur

Marco Di Clemente
Italian Space Agency (ASI) — Italy

Arnau Pons Lorente
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — United States

C4.6. Electric Propulsion (2)

Co-Chair

Davina Di Cara
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Paolo Gessini
Universidade de Brasília — Brazil

Rapporteur

Angelo Cervone
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) — The Netherlands

Lahib Balika
Thales Alenia Space — United Kingdom

C4.7. Hypersonic Air-breathing and Combined Cycle Propulsion, and Hypersonic Vehicle

This session covers hypersonic air-breathing and combined cycle propulsion with space applications. The typical types of engine considered in this session include: turbojet, ramjet, Scramjet, detonation engine, Turbine Based Combined Cycle (TBCC), Rocket Based Combined Cycle (RBCC), Hypersonic Pre-cooled Propulsion, Air Turbo Rocket (ATR) and other types of hypersonic combined cycle propulsion, together with the associated vehicle.

Co-Chair

Yen-Sen Chen
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) — United States

Riheng Zheng
Beihang University — China

Rapporteur

Lahib Balika
Thales Alenia Space — United Kingdom

Didier Boury
ArianeGroup SAS — France

C4.8-B4.5A. Joint Session between IAA and IAF for Small Satellite Propulsion Systems

This session will pay particular attention to propulsion systems and associated technologies as an enabler to efficient small satellite access to space and orbit change. Papers are invited discussing the particular challenges of design, manufacture, testing, operations and technological developments of small satellite propulsion systems, and the challenges of obtaining high performance within a small volume and mass. The scope includes chemical and electrical propulsion systems for major orbit changes, fine orbit control and maintenance, and end-of-life disposal. For papers with an emphasis on the small satellite and its system design, refer to other B4 sessions. For a focus on other propulsion systems and technologies, refer to other C4 sessions.

Co-Chair

Arnau Pons Lorente
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — United States

Jeff Emdee
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Rapporteur

Elena Toson
T4i — Italy

Ulrich Gotzig
ArianeGroup — Germany

C4.9. Disruptive Propulsion Concepts for Enabling New Missions

This session will explore advanced and disruptive propulsion technologies, systems, ideas (including integration of different propulsion concepts) showing potential to enable new mission concepts, or to enhance the capabilities of current mission concepts.

Co-Chair

Elena Toson
T4i — Italy

Sabrina Corpino
Politecnico di Torino — Italy

Rapporteur

Giorgio Saccoccia
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

Christian Bach
Technische Universität Dresden (DTU) — Germany

C4.10-C3.5. Joint Session on Nuclear Power and Propulsion Systems, and Propellantless Propulsion

Co-Chair

Leopold Summerer
ESA - European Space Agency — The Netherlands

Saroj Kumar
Propulsion Research Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville — United States

Lisa May
— United States

Rapporteur

Jamila Mansouri
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Paolo Gessini
Universidade de Brasília — Brazil

C4.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE PROPULSION SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Propulsion addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the C Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Saroj Kumar
Propulsion Research Center, University of Alabama in Huntsville — United States

Andrei Shumeiko
Bauman Moscow State Technical University — Russian Federation

Elizabeth Jens
Jet Propulsion Laboratory - California Institute of Technology — United States

D1. IAF SPACE SYSTEMS SYMPOSIUM

The Space Systems Symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), addresses the present and future development of space systems, architectures, and technologies, with sessions on Innovative Systems toward Future Architectures, Technologies that Enable Space Systems, Emergent Space Systems, Cooperative Systems, Systems Engineering Modeling and Analysis, Systems Engineering Approaches, Processes and Methods, and Lessons Learned in Space Systems.

Coordinator

Reinhold Bertrand
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Tibor S. Balint
Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Jill Prince
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

D1.1. Innovative Systems toward Future Architectures

This session explores innovative system concepts, technical capabilities that enable future architectures, new applications, new business models and evolution of the global ecosystem. It also analyses how new challenges such as reduction of environmental impact (space debris, CO2 footprint reduction) can induce new space system architectures, applications, eventually proposing solutions to reduce global warming and debris mitigation. As examples: Could Space based Solar Power contribute to reduction of CO2 emission and make an economically and technically feasible option to meet the energy needs? Will in-space transportation and logistics develop in association with reusable launchers? Which new applications could be enabled i.e., Active Debri Removal (ADR), In-orbit Service and Manufacturing (IOSM) or recycling? How would these changes affect the ecosystems? This session objective is to connect innovators and researchers in building a vision of transformation of space systems architecture. In this perspective, the dreams of yesterday are the hope of today and the reality of tomorrow

Co-Chair

Xavier Roser
Thales Alenia Space France — France

Hui Du
Institute of Spacecraft System Engineering,China Academy of Space Technology (CAST) — China

Rapporteur

Mamatha Maheshwarappa
UK Space Agency — United Kingdom

Marcos Eduardo Rojas Ramirez
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — France

D1.2. Technologies that Enable Space Systems

This session focuses on innovative and technological developments that are often high risk, but which have the potential to significantly enhance the performance of existing and new space systems. Leading-edge technologies that enable space applications come in many diverse forms, from system level innovations down to the subsystem or component level. Examples include instrumentation, sensors, biotechnology, components, micro- and nano-technology, advanced new structures and software techniques. Additionally, architectural solutions incorporating technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, virtual/augmented reality, autonomy and automation are also of interest. The scope of the session includes architectures for single satellite systems or multiple satellite systems, such as constellations, formations, swarms, distributed systems, and system-of-systems (including hybridization with terrestrial systems). Ground-versus-space allocation of functionality and aspects of autonomy, both on-board and on-ground, may be addressed.

Co-Chair

Jill Prince
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Steven Arnold
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory — United States

Rapporteur

Audrey Berquand
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Sybren De Jong
Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) — The Netherlands

D1.3. Emergent Space Systems

This session focuses on the novel aspects of currently emerging systems, with a special emphasis put on new system design paradigms related to Human-Centered Design (HCD) and Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) systems. In this context, we seek ideas on how and where HCD, Human System Integration (HSI), User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI) design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) systems, as well as designerly processes may broaden technical fields and provide demonstrable benefit throughout the full lifecycle, from formulation through implementation to operations. Our session addresses today’s challenges by leveraging novel approaches for current and emerging space systems, but also for system of systems, where the space element represents key contributions to overall system topology.

Co-Chair

Tibor Balint
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) — United States

Reinhold Bertrand
European Space Agency (ESA) — Germany

Rapporteur: Igor V. Belokonov
Samara National Research University (Samara University) — Russian Federation

D1.4. Cooperative Systems

Emphasis of this session is on innovative cooperative and self-organizing approaches to address increasing complexities in space systems coordinating several actors. Examples concern the following fields: formations in multi-satellite systems, in-space servicing, robotics in planetary explorations or in satellite production. Contributions related to algorithms, software simulations, testbeds and in-orbit experiences for cooperative systems are highly encouraged.

Co-Chair

Otfrid G. Liepack
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Klaus Schilling
Zentrum für Telematik — Germany

Rapporteur

Eberhard Gill
Delft University of Technology — The Netherlands

Avid Roman-Gonzalez
Asociacion Civil Universidad de Ciencias y Humanidades — Peru

D1.5. Systems Engineering Modeling and Analysis

This session focuses on digital applications for improved systems engineering modeling and analysis across the product life-cycle. The session will gather a community of those on “the front lines” of implementing system modeling. Papers are sought in three topical areas: 1. Tactical results, use cases or examples, which validate mission, systems or sub-system application and subsequent return on investment for traditional versus future SE approaches. 2. Strategic results, organizational progress toward a fully integrated enterprise digital solution, including how SE modeling fits into that solution space. 3. Innovative approaches, more forward looking or lower TRL tooling advances which offer large improvement opportunities and their potential application (AI/ML for example). Lessons learned on challenges and opportunities within the three topic areas are of special interest and highly desired.

Co-Chair

Jon Holladay
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Thierry Floriant
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Rapporteur: Sapna Rao
Lockheed Martin (Space Systems Company) — United States

D1.6. Systems Engineering Approaches, Processes and Methods

This session focuses on state-of-the-art systems engineering methodologies to deliver space systems of high quality that meet stakeholder needs at a manageable risk, reducing the development time and life cycle cost. Of special interest are papers on multi-disciplinary approaches, processes, methods, tools, and training used for improving development and life cycle productivity and risk management, and increasing safety, availability, reliability, resilience, dependability, testability, ease of operation, serviceability and quality of life cycle cost estimates. Papers are sought in four topical areas: 1) space systems architecting, which includes campaign analysis and design, mission analysis and design, and systems of systems (SoS); 2) trade off studies, optimization, and simulation tools and decision analysis; 3) AIV&V (assembly, integration, verification and validation); and 4) space systems management, which includes stakeholder management, technical planning, control and assessment of space system design, earned value management, technical risk management, requirements management, configuration management, and information management.

Co-Chair

Guilherme Venticinque
Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais (INPE) — Brazil

Timothy Cichan
Lockheed Martin Corporation — United States

Rapporteur: Dapeng Wang
Beihang University — China

D1.7. Lessons Learned in Space Systems

Lessons learned are essential to significantly improve space projects implementation practices and, in turn, increase their success-rate. Collecting and sharing information regarding analysis of past and recent successes/failures is deemed the key element to support that and, in addition, it is also highly valuable since it can foster setting up of a collaborative paradigm where people from different Systems Engineering & Management cultures, in different projects, and at different maturity stages, share knowledge among teams, organizations and people, to contribute to the above common practice. For the above practice to be effective, this retrospective viewpoint shall come from a variety of sources. In this regard, the scope of the D1.7 session covers the full spectrum of a space project life-cycle activities such as: project management and systems engineering; systems and missions design; systems MAIVT (manufacturing, assembly, integration, verification, and testing); mission execution, systems exploitation, and post-mission evaluation. Additional added-value can also come from discussion and examination on side-aspects (yet important) as: diversity of standards/practices including lessons learned yielded from their adoption interpretation and application; as well as project-data management approaches (design results, engineering models, documentation, mission results, etc.) to preserve and make them available to future missions.

Co-Chair

Yoshihisa Arikawa
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) — Japan

Giuseppe Guidotti
Deimos Space SLU — Italy

Rapporteur: Hamed Gamal
Mynaric — Germany

D1.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE SYSTEMS SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Systems addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the D Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Matteo Emanuelli
Airbus Defence and Space — Germany

Jill Prince
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Mamatha Maheshwarappa
UK Space Agency — United Kingdom

D2. IAF SPACE TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS AND INNOVATIONS SYMPOSIUM

Topics of this symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), are to address worldwide space transportation solutions and innovations as well as relevant technologies needed and ground support infrastructure. The symposium addresses existing vehicles, vehicles in development and future space transportation solutions. The goal is to foster understanding and cooperation amongst the world’s space-faring organizations. The corresponding activities are devoted to different types of space transportation missions, systems (launch vehicle system and/or the propulsion stages, expendable or reusable, manned or unmanned) and to their safety and support operations.

Coordinator

Yuguang Yang
China Aerospace Science & Industry Corporation (CASIC) — China

Oliver Kunz
Beyond Gravity — Switzerland

Aaron Weaver
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

D2.1. Launch Vehicles in Service or in Development

Review of up to date status of launch vehicles currently in use in the world or under short term development with a special focus on the Space Transportation activities in Australia and New Zealand: This session also plans to highlight the Space Transportation activities in Australia and New Zealand. This can include: - Launch related propulsion/ stage development, - Orbital launch systems in development and operational, - Orbital launch sites as well as - In space Transportation systems.

Co-Chair

Aaron Weaver
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Martin Sippel
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Rapporteur

Giuseppe Rufolo
CIRA Italian Aerospace Research Centre — Italy

Anurup Marath
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) — India

D2.2. Launch Services, Missions, Operations, and Facilities

Review of the current and planned launch services and support, including economics of space transportation systems, financing, cost, insurance, licensing. Advancements in ground infrastructure, ground operations, production methods, mission planning and mission control for both expendable and reusable launch services.

Co-Chair

Tina Buechner da Costa
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

Iwao Igarashi
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. — Japan

Rapporteur

Christian Corba
EUMETSAT — Germany

Geovian Stower
Kenya Space Agency (KSA) — Kenya

Jeremy Pinier
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Langley Research Center — United States

D2.3. Upper Stages, Space Transfer, Entry & Landing Systems

Discussion of existing, planned or new advanced concepts for cargo and human orbital transfer. Includes current and near term transfer, entry and landing systems, sub-systems and technologies for accommodating crew and cargo transfer in space.

Co-Chair

Oliver Kunz
Beyond Gravity — Switzerland

Nicole Viola
Politecnico di Torino — Italy

Rapporteur

John M. Horack
The Ohio State University College of Engineering — United States

Ysolde PREVEREAUD
ONERA - The French Aerospace Lab — France

D2.4. Future Space Transportation Systems

Discussion of future overall transportation system designs and operational concepts for both expendable and reusable systems for Earth-to orbit transportation and exploration missions considering also emerging space ventures and deep space transportation.

Co-Chair

José Gavira Izquierdo
International Space Consultant — The Netherlands

Pier Michele Roviera
SAFRAN — United States

Rapporteur

Nicolas Bérend
ONERA - The French Aerospace Lab — France

Geovian Stower
Kenya Space Agency (KSA) — Kenya

D2.5. Technologies for Future Space Transportation Systems

Discussion of technologies enabling new reusable or expendable launch vehicles and in-space transportation systems. Emphasis is on early TRL hardware development and verification prior to flight, including ground testing and/or innovative technology prototype demonstrations not yet involving flight.

Co-Chair

Franck Koebel
ArianeGroup — France

Christophe Bonnal
European Conference for Aero-Space Sciences (EUCASS) — France

Rapporteur

Shoyo Hyodo
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. — Japan

Shana Diez
SpaceX — United States

D2.6. Future Space Transportation Systems Verification and In-Flight Experimentation

Discussion of atmospheric and in-space flight testing and qualification of system, sub-system, and advanced technologies for future launch vehicles and in-space transportation systems. Emphasis is on higher TRL in-flight experimentation, demonstration, and qualification, including test plans and innovative technology prototype demonstrations involving or leading to flight as well as new and unique test platforms and capabilities.

Co-Chair

David E. Glass
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

Mauro Augelli
UK Space Agency — United Kingdom

Rapporteur

Christie Maddock
University of Strathclyde — United Kingdom

Tetsuo Hiraiwa
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) — Japan

D2.7. Suborbital Rockets and Small Launchers: Concepts and Operations including Student Rocketry

Discussion of existing, planned and future Launchers for small payloads ranging from 1500 kg to as low as 1 kg into Low Earth Orbit. Includes innovative solutions such as airborne systems, evolutions from sub-orbital concepts, combinations of existing / emerging elements and new elements, reusable, partially reusable and expendable concepts, and flexible, highly responsive concepts considering also student rocketry technical achievements for the development of their sounding rockets: development of subsystems, safety issue, uses of novel technologies

Co-Chair

Harry A. Cikanek
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) — United States

Christian Corba
EUMETSAT — Germany

Rapporteur: Joachim Despature
Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) — Switzerland

D2.8. In-Space Transportation Solutions and Space Logistics

This session is focused on in-space transportation capabilities and mission architectures, existing or under study. Related enabling and support missions, such as robotic servicing and supply, as well as technology roadmaps shall be discussed. The session will also implement large scale exploration missions.

Co-Chair

Akhil Gujral
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Josef Wiedemann
Isar Aerospace Technologies GmbH — Germany

Rapporteur: Élcio Jeronimo de Oliveira
Associazione Italiana di Aeronautica e Astronautica (AIDAA) — Brazil

D2.9-D6.2. Sustainable Approaches and Impact of Space Transportation Solutions on Earth + Space Environment and on General Safety

This session is dedicated to the study of the impact of space transportation solutions on the earth and space environment and on the relevant safety aspects. This session can address methodologies for life cycle analysis, environmental impact mitigation and assessment, sustainability, and eco-design for space transportation. It will also address new and emerging technologies for space transportation systems to mitigate the impact on the earth and space environments, yet guaranteeing Space and Ground Safety.

Co-Chair

Shana Diez
SpaceX — United States

Charles E. Cockrell Jr.
— United States

Rapporteur: Francesco Santoro
Altec S.p.A. — Italy

D2.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS AND INNOVATIONS SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Transportation Solutions and Innovations addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the D Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Ysolde PREVEREAUD
ONERA - The French Aerospace Lab — France

Jens Lassmann
ArianeGroup — Germany

Rapporteur: Aaron Weaver
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

D3. 24th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON BUILDING BLOCKS FOR FUTURE SPACE EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT

This symposium, organised by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), will involve papers and discussion that traverse a wide range of highly valuable future space capabilities (FSC) – in other words “building blocks” for future space exploration, development and discovery – that could enable dramatic advances in global space goals and objectives. The international discussion of future directions for space exploration and utilisation is fully underway, including activities involving all major space-faring nations. Decisions are now being made that will set the course for space activities for many years to come. New approaches are needed that establish strategies, architectures, concepts and technologies that will lead to sustainable human and robotic space exploration and utilisation during the coming decades. The symposium will examine the possible paths, beginning with current capabilities such as the International Space Station, which may lead to ambitious future opportunities for space exploration, discovery and benefits. The sessions that comprise this symposium are key elements of current or planned International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) studies.

Coordinator

John C. Mankins
ARTEMIS Innovation Management Solutions, LLC — United States

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

D3.1. Strategies & Architectures as the Framework for Future Building Blocks in Space Exploration and Development

Future scenarios for sustainable exploration and development in space will unfold in the context of global conditions that vary greatly from those of the 1950s-1970s (the first generation of space programmes, driven by international competition), or those of the 1980s-2000s (the second generation of space programmes, enabled by international cooperation). Looking to the future, it is likely that space-faring countries will pursue their goals and objectives in a more building-block fashion focused on developing high-value future space capabilities, rather than through massive, geo-politically driven programmes. Increasingly, these developments may also reflect future commercial space opportunities. As a result, it is important that the international community should engage in an ongoing discussion of strategies and architectures to frame a “building block” approach to our future in space. Such a discussion should involve sustainable budgets and multiple-purpose system-of-systems capabilities that lead to a diverse range of future activities of broad benefit to humanity. This session, which is related to a prospective new International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) study group, will address strategies and architectural approaches that may allow a new paradigm, a “building block” approach, to be established among the space-faring countries. Papers are solicited in these and related areas.

Co-Chair

John C. Mankins
ARTEMIS Innovation Management Solutions, LLC — United States

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Rapporteur: Nasr Al-Sahhaf
Moon Village Association (MVA) — Saudi Arabia

D3.2A. Systems and Infrastructures to Implement Sustainable Space Development and Settlement - Systems

The emergence of novel systems and infrastructures will be needed to enable ambitious scenarios for sustainable future space exploration and utilization. New, reusable space infrastructures must emerge in various areas include the following: (1) infrastructures that enable affordable and reliable access to space for both exploration systems and logistics; (2) infrastructures for affordable and reliable transportation in space, including access to/from lunar and planetary surfaces for crews, robotic and supporting systems and logistics; (3) infrastructures that allow sustained, affordable and highly effective operations on the Moon, Mars and other destinations; and, (4) supporting in space infrastructures that provide key services (such as communications, navigation, etc.). Considering its focus on design and operation solutions for future crewed missions, This session will be jointly curated with the recently-formed IAF Space Habitats Committee, whose aims include fostering research and partnerships in the design, the construction, the scalability, the commercialization, the disassembling and the sustainability of space habitats and associated infrastructures, emphasizing Moon and Mars surface structures and orbital stations. Papers are solicited in all areas related to the scope of this session, from a variety of disciplinary approaches.

Co-Chair

Frank Preud'homme
Redwire Space — Belgium

Gary Barnhard
National Space Society — United States

Rapporteur: Paivi Jukola
Aalto University — Finland

D3.2B. Systems and Infrastructures to Implement Sustainable Space Development and Settlement - Technologies

The emergence of new technologies will be essential to realizing the various systems and infrastructures that will be needed to enable ambitious scenarios for sustainable future space exploration, utilization and eventual settlement. Technologies for new, reusable space infrastructures are needed, including the following: (1) infrastructures that enable affordable and reliable access to space for both exploration systems and logistics; (2) infrastructures for affordable and reliable transportation in space, including access to/from lunar and planetary surfaces for crews, robotic and supporting systems and logistics; (3) infrastructures that allow sustained, affordable and highly effective robotic and human operations on the Moon, Mars and other destinations; and, (4) supporting in space infrastructures that provide key services (such as communications, navigation, etc.). Papers are solicited in these and related areas.

Co-Chair: Raymond G. Clinton
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center — United States

Rapporteur: Gary Barnhard
National Space Society — United States

D3.3. Space Technology and System Management Practices and Tools

The effective management of space technology and systems development is critical to future success in space exploration, development and discovery. This session is the next in an ongoing series at the International Astronautical Congress that provides a unique international forum to further the development of a family of ‘best practices and tools’ in this important field. Specific areas of potential interest include: (1) Technology Management Methodologies and Best Practices; (2) R&D Management Software Tools and Databases; and (3) Systems Analysis Methods and Tools. The full range of R&D activities is appropriate for discussion, ranging from technology development long-term planning, through technology R&D programmes, to system development projects, with special emphasis on the transition of new technologies from one stage to the next. Particular topics could include: Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and Technology Readiness Assessments, Technology R&D Risk Assessments and Management, Advanced Concepts Modeling Approaches and Tools, etc. Either more theoretical discussions, or examples of applications of R&D management techniques and/or tools to specific R&D programmes and projects are of interest for the session.

Co-Chair

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

John C. Mankins
ARTEMIS Innovation Management Solutions, LLC — United States

Rapporteur: Paivi Jukola
Aalto University — Finland

D3.IP. Interactive Presentations - 24th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON BUILDING BLOCKS FOR FUTURE SPACE EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Building Blocks for Future Space Exploration and Development addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the D Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Maria Antonietta Perino
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

John C. Mankins
ARTEMIS Innovation Management Solutions, LLC — United States

D4. 24th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON VISIONS AND STRATEGIES FOR THE FUTURE

This 24th symposium is organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA). In Space Activities the focus is usually kept on the short term developments, at the expense of future goals. The Symposium will discuss topics with at least 20 to 30 years prospective lead time and identify technologies and strategies that need to be developed. These developments will be examined with the goal to support also short/medium term projects and to identify priorities required for their development. The Sessions in the Symposium will address innovative technologies and Strategies to develop Space Elevator as well as Interstellar Precursor Missions. A session will address also how the Moon Village can contribute to the resolution of World Societal Changes as well as increasing the countries engaged in lunar activities.

Coordinator

Giuseppe Reibaldi
Moon Village Association (MVA) — Austria

Gongling Sun
International Space University — France

D4.1. Innovative Concepts and Technologies

1) In order to realize future, programs of space exploration and resource utilization, a focused suite of transformational new system concepts and enabling technologies must be developed during the coming decades. The technical objectives to be pursued should be drawn from a broad, forward-looking view of the technologies and system needed, but must be sufficiently focused, to allow tangible progression and dramatic improvements over current capabilities. 2) Ideally, the concepts should be presented in three categories: 1. Concepts which represent a significant advance, but require laboratory advancement, and 2. Concepts which have been demonstrated to some level in the laboratory, but require demonstration to validate their utility, and 3. Concepts which identify cross-cutting advances which, when combined can be successfully developed to support transformational new system concept. Papers are solicited in these and related areas, with a priority on concepts that have progressed at least into laboratory experiments.

Co-Chair

Alessandro Bartoloni
National Insitute of Nuclear Physics - INFN — Italy

Ulpia Elena Botezatu
Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) — Romania

Rapporteur: Timothy Cichan
Lockheed Martin Corporation — United States

D4.2. Contribution of Moon Village technologies and activities to Humanity Challenges

Moon Village is a concept that brings together efforts, world-wide, from the private sector, governments, academics and others to explore and use the Moon in a sustainable manner. Moon Village is a community of projects carried out by stakeholders from different fields (for example, technical, scientific, cultural, economic) working together. The implementation of the Moon Village has already started with missions and activities in line with its spirit, It is a major step forward for the peaceful development of humankind. Moon Village can offer a new start to humanity on the Moon and on the Earth by contributing to solve global societal issues. The session will discuss the contributions of the Moon Village to the solution of global challenges (e.g., energy, population, sustainable development, many others). How the Moon Village will support the understanding of the global societal issues and bring benefits to society on a global scale will also be discussed. The session will include also the identification of the related technologies that need to be developed. The definition of a roadmap complementary to the UN Agenda 2030 will be also discussed.

Co-Chair

Giuseppe Reibaldi
Moon Village Association (MVA) — Austria

Xiaowei WANG
China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT) — China

Rapporteur: Paivi Jukola
Aalto University — Finland

D4.3. The Modern Day Space Elevator as a Permanent Transportation Infrastructure

Recent research projects have progressed to the point where many segment level concepts should be initiating the engineering development stage. The engineering design process has five phases for such mega-projects: 1) define the problem, 2) expand the major segment concepts through brainstorming, 3) Create an initial solution with segment level designs, 4) Build prototypes of each of the segments for engineering testing, and 5) refine the design resulting in production ready segments. As the space elevator community has come together and conducted many of the functions of the first three steps, the next major activity should be to design, build, and test each of the segments of space elevator infrastructures. That would include the following segments: Earth Port, Tether Climber, Tether, Apex Anchor and Operations Center. Several of these segments have significant research results helping to prepare us for this new phase. Much of the research results are at the Body of Knowledge for Modern Day Space Elevators at www.isec.org. The next few years will result in several testing programs that will help refine the designs of each of these space elevator’s five segments. This Congress session could address research in any of the five phases of development, with emphasis in preparing for testing and refinement of preliminary designs.

Co-Chair

Peter Swan
Space Elevator Development Corporation — United States

Yoji Ishikawa
Obayashi Corporation — Japan

Rapporteur: Daniel Griffin
Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) — Sweden

D4.4. Interstellar Exploration - Strategies, Capabilities and Opportunities

Interstellar space exploration – visiting another star—has engaged the intellect and imagination of people across time and the across globe. A sober, serious examination of achieving the scientific, technological, and societal capabilities required for interstellar flight—travel beyond our solar system to another star—reveals one undeniable fact—it is very, very difficult. The extreme challenges exist not only within a single discipline, for example, propulsion; revolutionary advances must be made across the range of human knowledge, skills and experience including biological and human social structures. New integrated systems and technologies must be contemplated. And this is exactly what imbues the interstellar journey with such compelling opportunities to benefit not only current space exploration, but also life here on Earth. Interstellar pushes us to think beyond the commonplace and small increments. This session seeks to define specific strategies, capabilities, technologies, and knowledge systems leading to major advances in areas such as: safe, reliable, propulsion and energy systems; life support, crew habitability and health; creation of viable star-bound space communities; enhanced robotics, automation, intelligent systems and equipment to use extra-terrestrial resources; opportunities for industry in space; navigation and computation; transfer of these advancements to benefit and enrich the quality of life on earth; connection to and improvement of the vitality of capabilities to establish human presence on the moon, Mars, or elsewhere in the solar system that will lead the way to the stars; assess and evolve technologies like solar sails, laser propulsion, fusion engines that are on the horizon. Clearly this is list is incomplete and a key objective of the session is to also find the gaps. Papers presented in this session are expected to provide rigorous grounding, references and justification from existing fields of study from social sciences, physical sciences, life sciences, materials, computer sciences to arts and communication, governance, the marketplace, manufacturing – whether concepts are stepwise or discontinuous.

Co-Chair

Mae Jemison
100 Year Starship — United States

Giancarlo Genta
Politecnico di Torino — Italy

Rapporteur: Les Johnson
— United States

D4.5. Space Resources, the Enabler of the Space Exploration

Space Resources are available on the Moon, Asteroids, Mars and other celestial bodies. Their utilization will have a key role in the future of humanity in general and for space exploration in particular. The first steps in the utilzation of space resources will take placeon the Moon as approximately one hundred missions from aroundthe world are planned to explore and utilize lunar resources. The effective use of space resources will require the establishment of an enabling environment for technologicaland regulatory developments. At the moment a few countries have enacted national laws regarding the use of space resourecs, but these norms are not recognized at the international level. The United Nations COPUOS has set up a working group to create a set of principles that will form the foundation for an agreed legal framework. The development of this framework is of paramount importance in order to attract investors in US, China and the rest of the world to fund space resource activities. This session seeks innovative ideas and concepts regarding the legal and technological issues arising from space resource activities as well as papers describing the state of the art of planned or ongoing resource activities. This session also seeks prospective investors to present concepts regarding the financing of space resource activity.

Co-Chair

Roger X. Lenard
LPS — United States

Mark Sundhal
Cleveland State University — United States

Rapporteur: Güneş Ünüvar
Moon Village Association (MVA) — Luxembourg

D4.IP. Interactive Presentations - 24th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON VISIONS AND STRATEGIES FOR THE FUTURE

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Visions and Strategies for the Future addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the D Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Helen Tung
NewSpace2060 — Australia

Gongling Sun
International Space University — France

D5. 59th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SAFETY, QUALITY AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN SPACE ACTIVITIES

Quality, safety, security… These domains reflect a same concern: how a complex space system can be developed and be operated to perform its functions at its best with the proper robustness. In that environment, where radiations are not the least stress and possible ill-intentioned actions may occur, decreasing the level of failures in space activities is a must. Knowledge management, meaning proper capturing, capitalising, protecting, and sharing the knowledge, and application of lessons learned and experience, are key factors. This Symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics aims at arousing the discussion between professionals and raising the awareness of the new generation on the various approaches to obtain and run reliable, and safe space systems: design solutions, validation and tests, software development, validation and security, methods, management approaches, regulations to improve the quality, efficiency, and collaborative ability of space programs and space operations. All aspects are considered: risk management, complexity of systems and operations, knowledge and information management, human factors, economical constraints, international cooperation, norms, and standards.

Coordinator

Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

D5.1. For a successful space program: Quality and Safety!

Space is a difficult challenge, and no complex program can be successful without a creative and thoughtful approach to quality and safety! Relying on luck cannot be the only way to proceed! Beginners or veterans, for training, for science or for industry, for small or large programs, share your projects, methods, observations, analyses of successes or failures. This session deals with methods, tests, standards for the analysis and mitigation of the many risks to maintain the desired quality and required safety. It offers an opportunity to discuss all aspects of the life cycle (including design, development and production philosophy, operations) and the associated risk management approach. It concerns all types of space missions: transportation systems, orbital systems, exploration vehicles, and is also a management, manpower and education issue.

Co-Chair

Alexander S. Filatyev
Lomonosov Moscow State University — Russian Federation

Kaitlyn Holm
University of Pennsylvania — United States

D5.2. Emerging trends of knowledge management in organizations

Space activities reflect the needs of all our societies, regarding: feeding, protecting, educating, communicating, entertaining, etc. Knowledge as an answer, is therefore co-produced, researched, and exchanged between all stakeholders in the space ecosystem. Space activities offer an exceptional framework for observing a significant part of the KM landscape. This landscape is currently made up of: - The massive digitization of societies and organizations: cloud computing, new collaboration tools, intelligent search technologies, etc. The presence of artificial intelligence; particularly in its generative form; in an growing number of segments of value chains; the growing consideration of approaches that promote collective intelligence, communities of practice, and, more generally, the consideration of tacit knowledge in the service of innovation. Key themes addressed during the session are trends, innovations, concerns as well as practical challenges encountered, and solutions and technologies adopted in the field of Knowledge Management in Organisations to sustain, and invigorate the ability to learn, innovate, and share knowledge. The session aims to include case studies that demonstrate how KM strategies have been applied and the lessons learned, the challenges faced by the organizations, and innovative solutions that facilitates knowledge sharing and collaboration as well as search mechanisms.

Co-Chair

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

Rapporteur: Daniel Galarreta
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

D5.3. Prediction, Testing, Measurement and Effects of space environment on space missions

The space environment can strongly impact the performance and reliability of space missions. It has several natural and induced components, including high-energy radiation, plasma, atomic oxygen, planetary dust, extreme temperature, vacuum, micro-gravity, micrometeoroid and debris, molecular and particulate contamination, etc. Environmental conditions yield constraints at design phase, and important risks in the course of the mission. The evaluation of the nominal and worst-case conditions to be met, mitigation and protection options, and of their impact on missions and flight systems are thus of prime importance. This session will encompass the following topics: Space Weather, Plasma, Spacecraft Charging, Radiation, Atomic Oxygen, Planetary Dust, Molecular and Particulate Contamination, Plume Induced Contamination Effects and Interactions, Combined Environments - flight measurements; - physical processes; - prediction of nominal or worst case condition; - ground testing; - flight experiments and lessons learned; - modelling and prediction; thermos-optical degradation effects.

Co-Chair

Henry de Plinval
Office National d’Etudes et de Recherches Aérospatiales (ONERA) — France

Teppei Okumura
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) — Japan

Rapporteur: Carlos Soares
Boeing Integrated Defense Systems — United States

D5.4. Cybersecurity in space systems, risks and countermeasures

In the past few years our society and economy have become largely dependent on information technology, computer networks, and IoT solutions. Managing cyber-related risks and protecting against cyberattacks is therefore a growing concern requiring the identification and deployment of relevant cybersecurity measures and solutions. This session covers several topics focused on cyber-security: tools & methods aiming at preventing & forecasting attacks, risk assessment and cyber intelligence, protecting systems, infrastructures and data, space-enabled solutions, making secure the use of satellite communications, earth observation and satellite navigation, addressing all the means to mitigate risks and raising awareness via specific training, information sharing and analysis, addressing new areas candidates for standardisation. New technologies and practices emerging in cybersecurity are also relevant such as the development of quantum cryptography and quantum key distribution, combining big data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyse communications patterns and operations data. New trends include the development of cyber security test ranges and certification schemes specific to each domain of activities, to better identify threats and vulnerabilities and develop customised solutions.

Co-Chair

Julien Airaud
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Stefano Zatti
University of Rome “La Sapienza” — Italy

Rapporteur: Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

D5.IP. Interactive Presentations - 59th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SAFETY, QUALITY AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN SPACE ACTIVITIES

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of safety, quality, cybersecurity, and knowledge management in space activities. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten-minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as powerPoint charts, embedded links, pictures, audio and video clips. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the D Category at a special ceremony. An abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Jeanne Holm
City of Los Angeles — United States

Roberta Mugellesi-Dow
European Space Agency (ESA) — United Kingdom

D6. IAF SYMPOSIUM ON COMMERCIAL SPACEFLIGHT SAFETY ISSUES

Topics of this symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), address commercial safety and regulatory policy issues for orbital and suborbital space transportation and spaceports. The goal is to identify issues common to commercial operators of both human and robotic space vehicles to increase international safety and interoperability.

Coordinator: Francesco Santoro
Altec S.p.A. — Italy

D6.1. (To be updated) Commercial Spaceflight Safety and Emerging Issues

Topics for this session cover commercial space transportation and safety issues including human and robotic vehicles, spaceports, reentry vehicles, in-space transportation vehicles, and regulations. Papers related to commercial space transportation are also encouraged on: policy and law; operations and training; best practices and standards; pilot, crew and participant safety; and ground operations and launch site safety.

D6.2-D2.9. (To be updated) Sustainable Approaches and Impact of Space Transportation Solutions on Earth + Space Environment and on General Safety

D6.3. (To be updated) Enabling safe commercial spaceflight: vehicles and spaceports

This session addresses new and existing spaceports and factors that launch vehicle and spaceplane operators may use in evaluating the selection of a launch and/or landing location. Topics include: safety, air and spaceport facilities, runways, geography, air and space traffic, weather, population density, access to workforce and technical support, customer needs, regulations, and other areas. Papers are welcome from spaceports, airports, space transportation providers, support equipment providers, academia, commercial companies and governments.

D6.IP. (To be updated) Interactive Presentations - IAF SYMPOSIUM ON COMMERCIAL SPACEFLIGHT SAFETY ISSUES

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Commercial Spaceflight Safety Issues addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the D Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

E1. IAF SPACE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH SYMPOSIUM

This symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) Space Education and Outreach Committee (SEOC), explores best practices and innovative approaches to space education and outreach at all levels. Through its sessions, the symposium showcases activities, methods and techniques for education, outreach to the general public, and workforce development. • The symposium keynotes, including the one by the winner of the IAF Frank J. Malina Astronautics Medal, highlight some of the best education and outreach programs from around the world. • When submitting abstracts for this symposium, please note that: • Abstracts should present a coherent story or idea, and follow a logical sequence. • The work should be the original work of the authors. • It should share information that is innovative and new or put a new spin on an old subject. The novelty can be in idea, methodology and approach, or in results and recommendations. • Papers should have clear education or outreach content. They should also be in the scope of the session they are submitted to. • Authors are encouraged to clearly identify target groups, benefits, lessons-learned, recommendations and include measures of critical assessment. • Abstracts providing technical details of projects, even if carried out in an educational context, will not usually be accepted. Preference is given to papers which present the pedagogical theories behind the work presented. • Papers reporting on programmes/activities that have already taken place and evaluated will be given preference over papers dealing with concepts and plans for the future. • Papers covering topics/activities which have been reported at a prior IAC must state this explicitly and detail both the additional information to be presented and the added value that this represents.

Coordinator: Remco Timmermans
International Space University (ISU) — United Kingdom

E1.1. (To be updated) Lift Off: Primary and Secondary Education

This session will explore innovative programmes and curricula focusing on space education and outreach to students up to the age of 18. Emphasis will be placed on programmes that effectively engage primary and secondary school students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM), help them develop key skills, and foster a long-term passion for space. This session will also consider programmes and activities that focus on the professional development of primary and secondary school teachers, or on educational methodologies of relevance to primary and secondary education. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.2. (To be updated) Space for All: Promoting Inclusive Practices in Space Exploration

This session will showcase and provide examples of solutions via education, culture and outreach activities as well as Belonging, Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Justice and Inclusivity (BADEJI, EDI, DEIA) protocols in the workplace, organisations and space agendas. Learnings and recommendations from the perspectives of professionals, scholars, experts, educators, artists and cultural institutions including museums, space agencies and non-profit organisations will be included. From code of ethics to pluralistic commitments towards achieving equity and accessibility, all relevant methodologies and formats are welcomed. This session is a showcase of demonstrated practices and/or experiential learning, and work presented should already have been implemented before the presentation. When submitting abstracts for this session, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.3. (To be updated) On Track: Undergraduate Space Education

This session will explore innovative space education and outreach programmes for undergraduate students. This can include the development and delivery of innovative courses, project-based work, and work placements. Emphasis should be placed on how the programme is structured for maximum impact, how the impact is measured and how the lessons learned are being applied to other courses. This session will also consider programmes and activities that focus on the professional development of undergraduate educators, or on educational methodologies of relevance to undergraduate education. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.4. (To be updated) In Orbit: Postgraduate Space Education

This session will explore innovative space education and outreach programmes for postgraduate students. This can include the development and delivery of innovative courses, project-based work, and work placements. Emphasis should be placed on how the programme is structured for maximum impact, how the impact is measured and how the lessons learned are being applied to other courses. This session will also consider programmes and activities that focus on the professional development of postgraduate educators, or on educational methodologies of relevance to postgraduate education. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.5. (To be updated) Enabling the Future: Developing the Space Workforce

This session will focus on the challenges, opportunities and innovative approaches to developing the current and future global space workforce. The work presented in this session may include but is not limited to formal professional development and accreditation programmes and professional development activities by companies, nonprofits and other actors. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.6. (To be updated) Calling Planet Earth: Large Engagement and Communications Initiatives

This session will highlight activities, programmes and strategies for communicating with and engaging the general public in space activities. Topics should involve outreach outside the formal education system with demonstrated or projected reach in the many thousands or millions. Presentations in the session focus on measurable outcomes and demonstrate the strategic nature and thinking in the design of the work. Presenters will be expected to show objective assessment of results or thoroughly describe the design of their evaluation plans. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.7. (To be updated) Sending out a Signal: Innovative Outreach and Communications Initiatives

This session will highlight non-traditional, inventive, innovative, and new types of outreach activities, programmes and strategies for engaging audiences general public in space activities, outside the formal education system, with demonstrated outcomes. This could involve new outreach strategies, tactics, or storytelling mechanisms, new audiences, or using new technologies. The session will focus on results and evaluation of the activity, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the activity. Presenters will provide information about how participants/audience were drawn to the activity (e.g., how it was promoted or disseminated). When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.8. (To be updated) Show Us Space: Demonstration of Hands On Education and Outreach

Presenters in this session will demonstrate effective hands-on activities and experiments to explore, teach and reinforce space-related concepts. Hands-on space education and outreach is a powerful way to introduce and teach space concepts and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) concepts, especially with diverse learners. During the session, presenters will not only present the ideas behind the activity, but also physically demonstrate it hands-on and engage the session audience at the IAC. Note: A physical in-person demonstration of the activity is mandatory for this session. If you would like to make a presentation only, please submit your abstract to a different session. Submissions that cannot be physically demonstrated on-site (for example CubeSats) will be rejected. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the hands-on nature of the work presented, how the audience at the IAC will sample this work, and its space connection. • Include any special technical requirements you will need for your demonstration such as “live webcam connection to remote location”, “four long tables for audience members to gather around to build a model”, or “ability to be near a window to view the sky for the demonstration.” • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.9. (To be updated) Space Culture: New Processes of Public Engagement in Space through Culture and Art

This session will focus on the education and outreach activities of institutions such as museums, space agencies, non-profit organisations and individual contributions, which link space with culture, humanities and critical thinking. This session will specifically look at papers elaborating on new and original processes used in public engagement through culture and art. Presenters will be required to explain how their projects informed critical reflection and what mechanics in public engagement through culture and art were used to allow it. When submitting abstracts for SEOC sessions, please: • Clearly identify the connection to the session’s described scope and to space. • Briefly describe what you will present, including results and evaluation of your work, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the work. • Include information about what makes your work unique, original or innovative and worth sharing with the international space community. • State your work’s goal, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the work is in planning or has already occurred. • Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted in choosing the purpose of the activity, the intended audience, and the design of the activity. • Include reference to quantitative or qualitative data gathered through evaluations, surveys or other means. • If any theories are developed, please include information about the practical applicability of the information. • Consider that your audience is international and focus on what others working in the field can learn from your work. Include lessons learned, recommendations or other takeaway messages. • Make sure that the abstract provides a coherent idea or narrative for someone unfamiliar with your work.

E1.IP. (To be updated) Interactive Presentations - IAF SPACE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to share your education and outreach activities through an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of the symposium. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations presented by the authors. Authors will be assigned a ten- minute slot to present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of digital capabilities, including Powerpoints, embedded hyperlinks, pictures, audio and video clips. An award will be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. When submitting abstracts for this session, please: Provide context describing the research and/or analysis you conducted when choosing the purpose of the activity, targeting an audience, and designing the activity. Clearly state the goal of the activity, the intended audience, the measurable objectives that were set, and if the activity is in planning or has already occurred. Provide a short but clear description of the activity or the programme. Include information about anything that makes the activity unique, original or innovative. Provide information about how your participants/audience were drawn to the activity (e.g., how it was promoted or disseminated). Set up the analysis you’ll provide in your presentation, which should include results and evaluation of the activity, if it has been completed, or a thorough description of the expected outcomes of the activity. You will be expected to assess results against your measurable objectives that indicate if your goal was met. Include your top-level lessons learned, best practices, recommendations for future activities, practical applicability of theoretical work, or other takeaway findings.

E2. 54th IAF STUDENT CONFERENCE

Presentation of space-related papers by undergraduate and graduate students who participate in an international student competition.

Co-Chair: Emmanuel Zenou
Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace (ISAE) — France

Coordinator

Franco Bernelli-Zazzera
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

Marco Schmidt
University Wuerzburg — Germany

E2.1. Student Conference - Part 1

Undergraduate and graduate level students (no more than 28 years of age) present technical papers on any project in space sciences, industry or technology. These papers will represent the specific work of the author(s) (no more than two students). The students presenting in this session will compete in the 54th International Student Competition. This session is NOT for team projects. Team project papers should be submitted to session E2.3. To accommodate for the different national education schemes, the distinction between undergraduate and graduate students is based uniquely upon the number of years of university education, as follows: - undergraduate students: students who did their work within the 4th year at university level, for instance a Bachelor thesis. - graduate students: students who did their work from the 5th year at university level, for instance a Master thesis. If appropriate, faculty members that advised students during the preparation of their work can be listed as a co-author (never as a first author) and their status of advisors must be clearly indicated. Principle responsibilities for a submitted student conference paper fall with the student author/s and as such they must be listed first. The content of the paper should mainly reflect the contribution of the student. Faculty co-authors cannot present the paper or answer questions at the student conferences. The selection of the oral presentations is solely based on the submitted abstracts. We strongly recommend that you submit an abstract with an extensive description of your topic, including a detailed explanation of your contribution and the novelty of your work. French, German, US and UK students submitting abstracts for the sessions E2.1 and E2.2 will be forwarded to the corresponding national competition coordinators. The following contact persons are available for more information: For the French national competition: Emmanuel Zenou – [email protected] For the German national competition: Marco Schmidt – [email protected] For the US national competition - Merridith Kauten - [email protected] For the UK national competition: Fabrizio Bernardini - [email protected] Paper accepted for the competition and the presentations will be evaluated along the following criteria: Technical Content, Originality, Practical Application, General Presentation, Knowledge of the Subject

Co-Chair

Franco Bernelli-Zazzera
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

Emmanuel Zenou
Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace (ISAE) — France

Rapporteur: Ioana-Roxana Perrier
Institute of Polytechnic Science and Aeronautics (IPSA) — France

E2.2. Student Conference - Part 2

Co-Chair

Marco Schmidt
University Wuerzburg — Germany

Ioana-Roxana Perrier
Institute of Polytechnic Science and Aeronautics (IPSA) — France

Rapporteur: Emmanuel Zenou
Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace (ISAE) — France

E2.3-GTS.4. Student Team Competition

Undergraduate and graduate level student teams (students no more than 28 years of age) present papers on any subject related to space sciences, industry or technology. These papers will represent the work of the authors (three or more students). Students presenting in this session will compete for the Hans von Muldau Team Award. If appropriate, faculty members that advised students during the preparation of their work can be listed as a co-author (never as a first author) and their status of advisors must be clearly indicated. Principle responsibilities for a submitted student conference paper fall with the student authors and as such they must be listed first. The content of the paper should mainly reflect the contribution of the students. Faculty co-authors cannot present the paper or answer questions at the student conferences. The selection of the oral presentations is solely based on the submitted abstracts. We strongly recommend that you submit an abstract with an extensive description of your topic, including a detailed explanation of your contribution and the novelty of your work. Furthermore, a short description how your team worked together to achieve the project goal should be included. Paper accepted for the competition and the presentations will be evaluated along the following criteria: Technical Content, Originality, Practical Application, General Presentation, Knowledge of the Subject.

Co-Chair

Emmanuel Zenou
Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace (ISAE) — France

Franco Bernelli-Zazzera
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

Rapporteur: Kathleen Coderre
Lockheed Martin (Space Systems Company) — United States

E2.4. Educational Pico and Nano Satellites

Joint session with SUAC. The session covers all aspects related to educational small satellites.

Co-Chair

Xiaozhou Yu
Dalian University of Technology (DUT) — China

Franco Bernelli-Zazzera
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

Anna Guerman
Centre for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies (C-MAST) — Portugal

Igor V. Belokonov
Samara National Research University (Samara University) — Russian Federation

E2.IP. Interactive Presentations - 54th IAF STUDENT CONFERENCE

Co-Chair

Franco Bernelli-Zazzera
Politecnico di Milano — Italy

Marco Schmidt
University Wuerzburg — Germany

E3. 39th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE POLICY, REGULATIONS AND ECONOMICS

This Symposium, organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), will provide overview of the current trends in space policy, regulations and economics, by covering national as well as multilateral space policies and plans. The symposium also integrates the IAA/IISL Scientific-Legal Roundtable.

Coordinator

Jacques Masson
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Pieter Van Beekhuizen
Stichting Space Professionals Foundation (SSPF) — The Netherlands

E3.1. International cooperation in using space for sustainable development: The “Space2030” agenda and beyond

With the growing societal impacts of space technology and its applications, the international community has shifted its attention to their contributions to the global sustainability and development agendas, in particular, the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this context, the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (UNCOPUOS) developed the “Space2030” agenda and its implementation plan, which were adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2021. This session provides an opportunity to discuss how international cooperation in space activities can effectively contribute to sustainable development, in particular, Space 2030 agenda and the SDGs. It also addresses how far we have already come in using space technology and its applications in support of the sustainable development, where we are still facing challenges and gaps, and what additional actions could be taken towards a sustainable future.

Co-Chair

Ikuko Kuriyama
Institute for Future Initiatives (IFI), The University of Tokyo — Japan

Werner R. Balogh
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

E3.2. The future of space exploration and innovation

Space exploration missions and plans have been emerging around the world, targeting different destinations from LEO, to the Moon and Mars, and with an increasing participation of new public and private actors. The session will focus on the current plans of future exploration missions of various space exploration stakeholders and will provide a forum to reflect on the trends and present the latest developments in the field.

Co-Chair

Marc Haese
DLR, German Aerospace Center — Germany

Nicolas Peter
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

Rapporteur: Claudiu Mihai Taiatu
International Space University (ISU) — France

E3.3. Economic Resilience and the Space Economic/Industrial Sector

Objective: The Space Economy Committee invites researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and scholars to submit paper abstracts that align with the economic dimensions of building economic resilience within the space sector, focusing on how the sector can adapt and thrive in the face of global economic uncertainties and disruptions. This session seeks to foster a deeper understanding of the strategies and mechanisms that ensure the continuity and growth of space activities, even under challenging conditions. Context: Resilience refers to the ability of the space economy and its associated activities, industries, and institutions to withstand, adapt to, and recover from disruptions, challenges, or shocks from unforeseen events. Submissions should address the following areas: - Definitions, measurement issues, and models/methods for analyzing the resilience of the space economy. - Data-driven approaches to understanding and enhancing the resilience of the space economy. - Case studies on how space missions or programs have adapted to or mitigated economic disruptions - Emerging markets and opportunities that enhance the resilience of the space economy. - Impact of new technologies (e.g., quantum computing, AI) on the resilience of the space economy. - Forecasting future economic trends in the space sector and their potential impacts on global economic resilience. Submission Guidelines: • Abstracts should be concise, clearly outlining the research question, methodology, key findings, and relevance to the theme "Economic Resilience of the Space Sector." • The submission should highlight the novelty and contribution of the work to the existing body of knowledge on economic resilience in the space economy. • Collaborations with organizations outside the traditional space community are encouraged to bring diverse perspectives and innovative approaches.

Co-Chair

Pieter Van Beekhuizen
Stichting Space Professionals Foundation (SSPF) — The Netherlands

Henry Hertzfeld
Space Policy Institute, George Washington University — United States

Rapporteur

Luigi Scatteia
PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory (PwC) — France

Bhavya Lal
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) — United States

E3.4. Assuring a Safe, Secure and Sustainable Environment for Space Activities

The space environment today involves a growing number of states, government consortia, and private sector entities with different strategic objectives and levels of economic and technological development. It is the responsibility of these actors to promote a secure, stable, and resilient environment in order to ensure uninterrupted access to space and security of space operations in Earth’s orbits and beyond, especially as space systems now support day-to-day civilian and commercial life in many countries, enabling socioeconomic prosperity. A number of established spacefaring nations have developed national policies and strategies to address these concerns. At a multilateral level, a body of principles and rules governing space activities was established during the second half of the twentieth century. However, the rapid pace of the development, testing, and fielding of various launch technologies, as well as on-orbit systems for terrestrial support and exploration of the cis-lunar orbit and beyond, brings unprecedented challenges to all space operators. It is the purpose of this session to seek to address them.

Co-Chair

Peter Stubbe
German Aerospace Center (DLR) — Germany

Jana Robinson
The Prague Security Studies Institute — Czech Republic

Rapporteur: Gina Petrovici
German Space Agency — Germany

E3.5-E7.6. 40th IAA/IISL Scientific Legal Roundtable: The Growing Roster of Space Countries

Invited papers only. Since 1957, the legal and scientific framework for outer space has evolved through three distinct stages. The first stage, dominated by government programs from the Soviet Union and the United States, expanded in the 1970s to include agencies from Europe, Japan, India, and China. The second stage began in the 1980s with the entry of commercial entities, supported by major space powers.We are now in the third stage, characterized by the emergence of new governmental and commercial space programs from over 120 countries, such as India and the UAE's Mars missions and the 2025 establishment of the African Space Agency, collaborating closely with commercial partners, much like their predecessors. This increasing diversity and congestion in space have forced governance to adapt. Early space activities were largely governmental and well-suited to the formal treaties of the 1960s and 70s. However, the current mix of nations, missions, and technologies has challenged these "hard" treaty laws. As a result, there's a shift toward more flexible, non-binding guidelines, like the UNCOPUOS Long-Term Sustainability Guidelines and the Artemis Accords. This evolution in the space community also raises new scientific and ethical questions about exploration methods and the search for extraterrestrial life. The 40th Scientific/Legal Roundtable will address these challenges.

Co-Chair

Rene Laufer
Luleå University of Technology — Sweden

Rainer Sandau
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) — Germany

Rapporteur

Nicola Rohner-Willsch
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Ivan Fino
Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies — Italy

E3.6. Industrialization as a Catalyst for Competitiveness

As the space sector evolves, industrialization emerges as a key enabler of global competitiveness. This session will examine how scalable, standardized, and cost-efficient production methods are transforming the industry by reducing unit costs, accelerating delivery timelines, and enhancing reliability. This session intends to analyse the ways in which industrialization not only drives down costs but also strengthens the resilience and global positioning of space enterprises to meet growing market demands. Additionally, it is expected that the panel discussion and presented papers will highlight the roles and initiatives undertaken or to be undertaken by Space Agencies and Industry in advancing industrialization within the sector.

Co-Chair

Christine Klein
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

Henry Hertzfeld
Space Policy Institute, George Washington University — United States

Rapporteur: Karina Miranda Sanchez
ESA — The Netherlands

E3.IP. Interactive Presentations - 39th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE POLICY, REGULATIONS AND ECONOMICS

Authors with an abstract accepted for an interactive presentation will be asked to prepare slides and display them for the duration of the congress on plasma screens. Authors will be assigned to interactive sessions in which they must be near plasma screens to engage in interactive discussions with other congress attendees.

Co-Chair

Jacques Masson
European Space Agency (ESA) — The Netherlands

Franziska Knur
German Aerospace Center (DLR) — Germany

E4. 60th IAA HISTORY OF ASTRONAUTICS SYMPOSIUM

The symposium covers the entire spectrum of space history, at least 25 years old. History of space science, technology & development, rocketry, human spaceflight and personal memoirs are included. This year a special focus is laid upon historical developments in Türkiye and the Middle East.

Coordinator

A. Ingemar Skoog
— Germany

Otfrid G. Liepack
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Sandra Haeuplik-Meusburger
Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) — Austria

Karlheinz Rohrwild
— Germany

E4.1. Memoirs & Organisational Histories

Autobiographical & biographical memoirs of individuals who have made original contributions to the development & application of astronautics & rocketry. History of government, agencies, industrial, academic & professional societies & organisations long engaged in astronautical endeavors. This will include the entire spectrum of space history, at least 25 years old.

Co-Chair

Kerrie Dougherty
— Australia

Sandra Haeuplik-Meusburger
Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) — Austria

Karlheinz Rohrwild
— Germany

Rapporteur

Klaus Schilling
Zentrum für Telematik — Germany

Olga Dubrovina
University of Padua — Italy

E4.2. Organizational, Scientific and Technical Histories

The symposium will cover the history of space science, exploration, innovation & technology. Furthermore reflection on the cultural and socio-political impact are parts of it. This will include the entire spectrum of space history, at least 25 years old.

Co-Chair

Vera Pinto Gomes
European Commission — Belgium

Sandra Haeuplik-Meusburger
Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) — Austria

Rapporteur

Hannes Mayer
Karl Franzens Universität Graz — Austria

Randy Liebermann
— United States

Steve Salmon
The British Interplanetary Society — United Kingdom

E4.3. History of Türkiye and Middle-East Contribution to Astronautics

This Session will focus on the history of Türkiye and the Middle-East in space, including topics on space programs, technical contributions, political influences and effects, space science activities, space architecture, and social and cultural influences. Contributions must address events that occurred at least 25 years ago.

Co-Chair

Karlheinz Rohrwild
— Germany

Otfrid G. Liepack
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

Rapporteur

Philippe Cosyn
Independent scholar — Belgium

Gurbir Singh
The British Interplanetary Society — United Kingdom

E4.IP. Interactive Presentations - 60th IAA HISTORY OF ASTRONAUTICS SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of the history of astronautics addressed in the classic Sessions. The IP session is not restricted to any specific topic related to space law and invites authors to contribute presentations on any interesting, relevant and current space law issues. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Coordinator: Otfrid G. Liepack
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jet Propulsion Laboratory — United States

E5. 37th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE AND SOCIETY

This 37th symposium is organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA). Presentations will review the impact and benefits of space activities on the quality of life on Earth and in space. A broad range of topics may be covered including arts and culture, space architecture, and society's expectations from space exploration and research, as well as technology and knowledge transfer.

Coordinator

Olga Bannova
University of Houston — United States

Randy Liebermann
— United States

E5.1. Space Architecture: Habitats, Habitability, and Bases

Space Architecture integrates all topics related to designing and building human environments for use in space. The session welcomes papers in three areas: 1) research, design, prototype testing, manufacture, and operation of habitats for space and analog terrestrial environments; 2) how habitats influence human health, psychology, and efficiency, and requirements based on the “human factor”; 3) fabrication and construction of habitable complexes on planetary surfaces or in orbit and 4) human systems integration design implications.

Co-Chair

Olga Bannova
University of Houston — United States

Anna Barbara Imhof
Liquifer Systems Group (LSG) — Austria

Rapporteur

Anne-Marlene Rüede
Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) — Switzerland

Mich Lin
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — United States

E5.2. Is Space R&D Truly Fostering A Better World For Our Future?

This session solicits papers for a panel discussion focusing on the distinct benefits to society from products derived from space research and development (R&D). The goal of this session is to examine and discuss cases of both emerging and established goals, best practices, and associated outcomes of knowledge sharing, technology transfer, and technology commercialization programmes as they relate specifically to societal benefits. Presenters will identify distinctive ways their organizations are promoting the relevance of space R&D to diverse societies. Attendees will develop a broader awareness of how they can also identify and promote the benefits of space R&D in order to influence broader support of space R&D investments. Panel Members are asked to introduce novel practices which: - Increase attendee understanding of how innovations resulting from space R&D have changed, and will continue to change, the world. - Promote productive thinking about optimizing space R&D investments in order to maximize societal benefits. - Increase the understanding of technology transfer policies and practices for both space and non-space utilization. - Demonstrate the correlation and synergies between technology transfer and STEM education for interdisciplinary space careers and technical entrepreneurship. - Measurably demonstrate the impact of innovation derived from space R&D when transferred into new products, services and processes

Co-Chair

Olga Bannova
University of Houston — United States

Nona Cheeks
Retired NASA — United States

Rapporteur: Kerry Leonard
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Goddard Space Flight Center — United States

E5.3. Contemporary Arts Practice and Outer Space: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach

Since the late 1970s a number of artists have been negotiating access to space facilities and organisations, critiquing or making experiential the exploration and utilisation of space, or re-purposing space technology, materials or data independently or in direct exchange with the space sector. Today this important practice is branching into a several directions, ranging from performance, installation, video, or conceptual work situated in space or space analogous environments themselves, to commercial gallery contexts and the realm of participation and public engagement with science. This session addresses the practice of contemporary artists who have developed new ways to appropriate space for their work, the conceptual and practical foundations of their engagement, and the implications of this emerging aesthetic paradigm for both the fields of space and art. Submissions are welcome from artists and art historians, and from space industry and space agency representatives as well as from the cultural sector facilitating or programming related -projects crossing over the increasingly blurred boundaries of creative practice.

Co-Chair

Richard Clar
Art Technologies — United States

Yuri Tanaka
European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) — Switzerland

Rapporteur: Tibor Balint
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) — United States

E5.4. Space Assets and Disaster Management

This session will explore the role space assets can play in situations requiring disaster management and emergency response. Papers will discuss how space assets and applications can be brought to bear to assist with situation monitoring and assessment, shortening response times and mitigating impact on affected populations.

Co-Chair

Vittorio Netti
Astradyne s.r.l. — Italy

Jillianne Pierce
Space Florida — United States

E5.5. Sharing Space Achievements and Heritage: Space Museums and Societies

Space societies, professional associations and museums form a special and important group of IAF members - nearly one quarter of the membership and, as a sector, second in size after space industries. They include professional societies, space museums, space associations, non-profit organizations and other organizations interested in space activities. Some have a large membership of 10 000 or more, others can be small; a few are already a century old, others are just being created. They exist in traditional and emerging space nations. Together they champion the interests of an impressive number of individuals and organizations connected to space. Space Museums are the visible face of space for most of the general public. This symposium offers a podium for ideas and proposals to enhance the interaction between the organizations, their members and the Federation. Papers may address proposals to exchange experiences and best practices; sharing articles, exhibitions or educational material; novel ideas to help outreach to the general public, etc. Of particular interest are papers exploring ways to foster communication and collaboration and to develop mutual benefits amongst young societies, representatives of emerging space nations and museums within and outside the IAF family.

Co-Chair

Jean-Baptiste Desbois
SEMECCEL Cité de l'Espace — France

Ines Prieto
SEMECCEL Cité de l'Espace — France

E5.6. Simulating Space Habitation: Habitats, Design and Simulation Missions

This session covers all topics related to preparing for and simulating future extra-terrestrial habitats and its associated facilities. This includes lessons learned as well as experimental and concrete design proposals for future habitats, either orbital or surface structures, from analog programs to XR solutions and other cutting-edge approaches. The session especially welcomes papers with an interdisciplinary wide-range focus relevant for future crewed missions. Themes may span across innovative technologies, architectural, interior and design approaches and elements, human factors, social-cultural dynamics of space missions, the legal and policy aspects of analog or future crewed missions, as well as the economics of such missions.

Co-Chair

Anna Barbara Imhof
Liquifer Systems Group (LSG) — Austria

Sandra Haeuplik-Meusburger
Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) — Austria

Rapporteur: Amit Srivastava
University of Adelaide — Australia

E5.IP. Interactive Presentations - 37th IAA SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE AND SOCIETY

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space and Society addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Co-Chair

Randy Liebermann
— United States

Olga Bannova
University of Houston — United States

E6. IAF BUSINESSES AND INNOVATION SYMPOSIUM

The Business Innovation Symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), is designed to offer papers that observe, study, analyze, describe, and/or propose any topic related to space activities that have commercial objectives, whether from an academic and/or practitioner perspective.

Coordinator: Nancy C. Wolfson
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) — United States

E6.1. (To be updated) Space Entrepreneurship and Investment: The Practitioners' Perspectives

This session contains a broad spectrum of entrepreneurship, innovation, finance and investment presentations from the practitioner's perspective. Suggested topics suitable for this session can be at any level of analysis, including (from macroscopic to microscopic) the space sector, industries (e.g., propulsion), industry segments (e.g., chemical propulsion), individual firms, a portion of or a group of individuals within a firm, or an individual. Example entrepreneurship and innovation topics suitable for this session include descriptions related to entrepreneurship and innovation such as new market sectors, new businesses, new business plans, new projects, recent experiences of start-up companies. Suitable finance or investment topics apply to large programmes, new firms, the analysis methodologies of markets, or new developments in the finance and investment communities (including angel investors, venture capital organizations, and investment banks).

E6.2. (To be updated) Government and Industry Perspectives on the Future of Space Commerce

This innovative session convenes experts from different sectors within the space industry and leaders from both the private sector and government agencies to explore their roles and emerging best practices that encourage the envisioning, building, and maturing of NewSpace trade and markets. 1. Therefore, we welcome submissions that explore recent advancements in the commercialization of space, propose business models, define new markets, encourage diversification, sustainability, and attract private investment. This can include traditional space industry applications (satellite-based services encompassing Earth observation, navigation, and communications), and emerging opportunities such as settlements, destinations (i.e., private space stations), resource extraction (asteroid mining, debris commercialization), transportation, industrialization, new financing and insurance, and other sub-sectors. Also, consider: What government actions best encourage space commerce from an entrepreneurial and "government-as-enabler" viewpoint in an era of both constrained resources and major opportunities? Consider policies, regulations, public infrastructure, and other possible investments to bridge the gap between business and government objectives, fostering a more robust and sustainable space economy from a uniquely entrepreneurial perspective. 2. We welcome papers on the value and use of industry principles and how they could be best developed. How could/should they interact with government-driven principles such as the Artemis Accords or the UN Guidelines? This could influence entrepreneurial activities, including startups, medium and large businesses, and established and emerging markets. Address the challenges of bringing government and industry together, including balancing their objectives and obligations for the public interest with a company's business cycle and obligation to shareholders, maintaining healthy public-private boundaries, and building mutual trust. This session will open with an invited keynote speaker, followed by a panel of experts for a discussion and Q&A period, and will conclude with paper presentations.

E6.3. (To be updated) Innovation: The Academics' Perspectives

This session will contain academic presentations, at any level of analysis, and on any aspect of entrepreneurship, innovation, finance, or investment, organization theory, investment, etc. Variance and phenomenological studies are encouraged. Qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods approaches are all accepted. Academic domains of interest include strategic management, economics, leadership, innovation management, and all perspectives of organization theory (including organizational economics, cognition and interpretation, power and dependence, technology, learning, complexity and computation, institutions, networks, ecology, and evolution). At a minimum, submissions are expected to be at the level of working papers performed as part of any graduate degree programme (i.e., masters, doctoral, and post-graduate). This work can include theoretical and applied research.

E6.4-GTS.1. (To be updated) Entrepreneurship Around the World

Entrepreneurship presents unique opportunities and challenges from country to country around the world. Some of the experiences of entrepreneurs transcend national and cultural borders, but some others do not. This session welcomes papers and presentations which describe the barriers experienced by real entrepreneurs in their different countries and regions. A panel with industry experts from around the world will set the stage followed by a discussion which highlights the commonalities and unique characteristics of nation-specific entrepreneurial barriers as identified by the individual papers presented. This is a technical session co-sponsored by the IAF Space Entrepreneurship and Investment Committee (SEIC) and the IAF Workforce Development/Young Professionals Programme Committee, as part of the Global Technical Sessions – presenters can present in person at the IAC or from their home/work/university location."

Co-Chair: Eleonora Lombardi
Fondazione E. Amaldi — Italy

E6.IP. (To be updated) Interactive Presentations - IAF BUSINESS INNOVATION SYMPOSIUM

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Business Innovation addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

E7. 69th IISL COLLOQUIUM ON THE LAW OF OUTER SPACE

The Colloquium will focus on topical questions of international, regional and national space law. Following a Keynote Lecture and the traditional Young Scholars Session, the program will address: Information Sharing in Outer Space: Theory and Practice; Legal and Regulatory Opportunities and Challenges in the Evolving Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Economy; Planetary Defence: Legal Issues in the Deflection of Hazardous Asteroids and Comets; Space Stations: Legal Framework, and Recent Developments in Space Law – National and Regional Space Legislation. Within the framework of the colloquium, interactive presentations on topics chosen by their authors will also be delivered.

Coordinator

Lesley Jane Smith
Leuphana University of Lüneburg/Weber-Steinhaus & Smith — Germany

Catherine Doldirina
International Institute of Space Law (IISL) — Italy

E7.1. Young Scholars Session

This session is open for abstracts and papers from space lawyers under 35 years old. It welcomes contributions on any topic related to space law. It also features a regular, annual keynote presentation by a High level expert and diplomat in the field of international space law.

Co-Chair

Merve ERDEM BURGER
Swiss Space Law Forum — Switzerland

Nomfuneko Irene Majaja
Kenya Space Agency — Kenya

Rapporteur

Shrawani Shagun
National Law University of Delhi — India

Thomas Graham
Swinburne University of Technology — Australia

E7.2. Information Sharing in Outer Space: Theory and Practice

International cooperation in outer space relies upon efficient and effective information sharing and exchange mechanisms. The increasing complexity and scale of space activities, involving multiple space actors, represent opportunities while raise challenges to the peaceful and sustainable uses of outer space. Transparency is required to support due regard for the corresponding interests of all stakeholders involved. The Outer Space Treaty promotes international cooperation and information sharing in space activities as part of fundamental legal principles. Through Article XI, general standards of behavior are provided on that regard, supporting proper collaborative initiatives. Consideration of such tenet in legal and practice, especially in the framework of the United Nations, reiterates the relevance of public data sharing initiatives towards effective end results. Examples are commercial SSA/STM services providers relying on the UN international register(s) of space objects, COSPAR International Designators, and on open-data sources to collect information relating to physical identification of satellites.

Co-Chair

Joan Chesoni
Kenya Space Agency (KSA) — Kenya

George (Georgios) D. Kyriakopoulos
National and Kapodistrian University Of Athens — Greece

Rapporteur

Beyza Eravci
University of Luxembourg — Türkiye

Giuliana Rotola
Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna — Italy

E7.3. Legal and Regulatory Opportunities and Challenges in the Evolving Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Economy

The expanding Low Earth Orbit (LEO) economy, driven by satellite constellations, presents both opportunities and challenges for the public and private sector. Real and present dangers to the continuing safety and sustainability of outer space are posed by debris and active satellites; furthermore, an orbital collision would result in third party liability event for some satellite constellations. Key topics therefore include the sustainability of LEO amid increased congestion, challenges in space traffic management, and legal frameworks for orbital debris mitigation and remediation. Regulatory solutions proposed in the IADC Space Debris Mitigation Guidelines, UN COPUOS Debris Mitigation Guidelines and the Long-Term Sustainability Guidelines 2019 are recommended for States to adopt at national levels. Increasingly, commercial SSA/STM services are provided.

Co-Chair

OLAVO DE OLIVEIRA BITTENCOURT NETO
Catholic University of Santos — Brazil

Upasana Dasgupta
OP Jindal Global University — India

Rapporteur

Gurur Gaye Günal
Günal Law Firm — Türkiye

Gregory Radisic
For All Moonkind Inc. — Canada

E7.4. Planetary Defence: Legal Issues in the Deflection of Hazardous Asteroids and Comets

Planetary defence covers human activities to address potential impacts of Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) - asteroids or comets that pass relatively close to the Earth’s orbit in astronomical terms – on the Earth. In recent years, space agencies have increased their efforts in the detection and appraisal of hazardous NEOs and to develop strategies to prevent and mitigate potential impacts. In view of different potential mitigation measures, legal questions need to be answered. Some mitigation measures may raise concerns with respect to their legality under international law, most notably nuclear explosive devices. In addition, States may be liable for damage caused on Earth or in outer space in the context of a planetary defence mission. The United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (UNCOPUOS) and the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) are involved in awareness raising and in promoting international discourse and global cooperation on the topic of NEOs, including by the establishment of the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN) and the Space Mission Planning Advisory Group (SMPAG). In 2020, an Ad hoc Working Group on Legal Issues of SMPAG published a report on some of the most pressing legal issues of planetary defence.

Co-Chair

Alissa J. Haddaji
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — United States

Irmgard Marboe
University of Vienna — Austria

Rapporteur

Anıl Akyol
TOBBUYUM — Türkiye

Jingyi Liu
Beijing Institute of Technology, Institute of Space Law — China

E7.5. Space Stations: Legal Framework

With decommissioning the successful International Space Station (ISS) approaching, a question on its followers or substitutes opens. At present, the Chinese space station is orbiting the Earth. For the future, a commercial space station is under preparation, and the Gateway orbiting the Moon is planned. These structures are envisaged for a permanent or semi-permanent stay of human beings in outer space, serving not only as a shelter but as a basis for scientific investigations in weightlessness or the stay of microgravity. Their developments signalise a transition from LEO activities to lunar and Mars exploration. The advent of commercial space stations, fostering a new era of in-orbit research, tourism, and in space manufacturing, raises questions inter alia about property rights, liability, and jurisdiction. The session will seek to explore how current governance frameworks must evolve to support this transition, addressing overlaps and gaps in international and national space laws. Invited are i.e. contributions dealing with the legal aspects of the decommissioning of the ISS, in comparison with deorbiting earlier space structures, with the legal framework of the Chinese space station, as well as the planned commercial space station. Additionally, the international legal framework of the Gateway station can be debated.

Co-Chair

Nazlı Can
Istanbul Technical University — Türkiye

Mahulena Hofmann
University of Luxembourg — Luxembourg

Rapporteur

Safwene El Khaira
ECSL — France

Simona Spassova
University of Luxembourg — Luxembourg

E7.6-E3.5. 40th IAA/IISL Scientific Legal Roundtable: The Growing Roster of Space Countries

Co-Chair

Rainer Sandau
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) — Germany

Larry Martinez
International Institute of Space Law (IISL) — United States

Rapporteur

Nicola Rohner-Willsch
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) — Germany

Ivan Fino
Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies — Italy

E7.7. Recent Developments in Space Law – National and Regional Space Legislation

The increasing involvement of private actors in outer space has raised the need for States to enact national space legislation, which contributes to a growing body of national space law worldwide. Recent developments and updates involve interesting innovations. At the regional level, States are also active in developing regulatory frameworks to facilitate and improve cooperation between States and their nationals in the respective regions. In the European Union, recent developments in space law concern the project of an EU Space Act and the regulatory framework of the EU Space Programme, as well as other forms of cooperation with the European Space Agency. In other regions, cooperation between States with respect to space activities is also growing. Examples include the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization, the newly established African Space Agency, the Arab States in the Gulf Cooperation Council, the member States of the Commonwealth of Independent States with their dedicated convention on outer space cooperation, or the Latin American countries within their recently created Latin American and Caribbean Space Agency.

Co-Chair

Güneş Ünüvar
Moon Village Association (MVA) — Luxembourg

Christina Giannopapa
European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) — Czech Republic

Rapporteur: Theodora Liameti
University of Luxembourg — Greece

E7.IP. Interactive Presentations - IISL COLLOQUIUM ON THE LAW OF OUTER SPACE

The IP session is not restricted to any specific topic related to space law and invites authors to contribute presentations on any interesting, relevant and current space law issues.

Co-Chair: Gina Petrovici
German Space Agency — Germany

E8. IAA MULTILINGUAL ASTRONAUTICAL TERMINOLOGY SYMPOSIUM

This symposium, organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), will review the progress made in multilingual space terminology and its impact on international cooperation in space. Terminology is a key issue for a better understanding among people using various languages and dialects. Consecutive or simultaneous translation does not remove the risk of ambiguity during technical meetings and accuracy in terminology is essential during all phases of cooperation. The session will address issues such as standardization of definitions in space science and technology. The specific character of emerging space countries will also be discussed.

Coordinator

Susan McKenna-Lawlor
Space Technology (Ireland) Ltd. — Ireland

Tetsuo Yoshimitsu
Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency — Japan

E8.1. (To be updated) Multilingual Astronautical Terminology

This session, organized by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), will review the progress made in multilingual space terminology and its impact on international cooperation in space. Terminology is a key issue for a better understanding among people using various languages and dialects. Consecutive or simultaneous translation does not remove the risk of ambiguity during technical meetings and accuracy in terminology is essential during all phases of cooperation. The session will address issues such as standardization of definitions in space science and technology. The specific character of emerging space countries will also be discussed.

E9. IAF SYMPOSIUM ON SECURITY, STABILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF SPACE ACTIVITIES

This symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), will address two major issues regarding safe and secure operations of space systems via two separate sessions: i) policy, legal, institutional and economic aspects of space debris detection, mitigation and removal, jointly with the IAA Symposium on Space Debris, and, ii) cyber security threats to space missions and countermeasures to address them, jointly with the IAA Symposium on Safety, Quality and Knowledge Management on Space Activities. Papers dealing with non-technical aspects of space debris mitigation and removal, as well as planetary defence against asteroid impact threats, and case studies focusing on countermeasures needs, including cryptography processes, operational security, supply chain and other aspects relevant to ensure a “cyber secure” mission will be well received in this Symposium.

Coordinator

Serge Plattard
University College London (UCL) — United Kingdom

Stefano Zatti
University of Rome “La Sapienza” — Italy

E9.1-A6.8. Policy, Legal, Institutional, Economic and Security Aspects of Debris Mitigation, Debris Remediation and STM

Co-Chair

David Spencer
The Aerospace Corporation — United States

Serge Plattard
University College London (UCL) — United Kingdom

Tanja Masson-Zwaan
International Institute of Air and Space Law, Leiden University — The Netherlands

Andrea Capurso
LUISS Guido Carli University — Italy

Rapporteur

Emma Kerr
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) — United Kingdom

Victoria Samson
Secure World Foundation — United States

E9.2. Cyber-based security threats to space missions: establishing the legal, institutional and collaborative framework to counteract them

The increasingly pervasive network connectivity following the Internet explosion introduces a whole new families of cyber-security threats to space missions. To send commands to a spacecraft now you would not need to build a ground station, but you can penetrate from your home or office the existing ground infrastructures, bypassing their protection measures, from anywhere in the world. The questions to be addressed in the session will span across the following issues: - What is the interest of cyber-crime and cyber-activism with respect to space activities? - How are aerospace organisations managing the ability to introduce the right level of security measures in the process to plan and develop new missions? - What legal and protection framework is or has to be put in place to enable secure cooperation across corporate and international boundaries? - How is knowledge about security threats captured, shared, and used to follow the evolution of cyber threats? - Which ones of these specific threats are to be expected to target space missions, from the ground and from space? - What is particularly to be expected from the cyber-space to target outer space? Contribution are expected to focus on cyber-specific legislation, best practices, processes, collaboration methods between law enforcement and institutional partners, and any other aspects of the organization of space missions that are all constituting the formal components to keep a mission “cyber secure”.

Co-Chair

Julien Airaud
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) — France

Stefano Zatti
University of Rome “La Sapienza” — Italy

E9.3. Norms and Standards for Safe and Responsible Behaviour in Space

The rapid expansion and evolution of the global space arena is characterized by an increasing number and diversity of space actors and the emergence of new kinds of space systems, some of which involve very large constellations of satellites numbering in the thousands to tens of thousands, and also new kinds of space activities, such as on-orbit servicing, refueling, in-orbit assembly and manufacturing, active debris removal, and so on. With increasing congestion in the Earth’s orbital environment, these new kinds of space activities raise questions about the safety of space operations, particularly when contingency situations arise (such as conjunctions), or when spacecraft operate in close proximity to each other and there are no clear, widely accepted international standards or norms of behaviour. For this reason, it is important to identify and leverage best practices from government and industry to ensure safety of flight and safe rendezvous and proximity operations of spacecraft. These best practices may subsequently be codified as norms and standards for safe and responsible behaviour in space. This session is intended to be a forum to allow practitioners to discuss and socialize the types of norms, standards and behaviours that would be conducive to the safety of space operations.

Co-Chair

Peter Martinez
Secure World Foundation — United States

Annamaria Nassisi
Thales Alenia Space Italia — Italy

Rapporteur: Rachel Venn
Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) — United Kingdom

E9.4. Strategic Risk Management for Successful Space & Defence Programmes

The many benefits of space-based activities to the global economy, technology innovation, national defense, science, and exploration are only realizable if the use of space is secure and sustainable. Risk management plays a crucial role in establishing and maintaining this secure and sustainable use of space This session will explore how Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks can help space organizations (civil, government and military) manage interconnected strategic, operational, and compliance risks, promoting resilience, sustainability, and collaboration across sectors. Abstracts would be welcome on the following topics: 1. Strategic Risk & Scenario Planning - How global Geopolitical & Socio-Economic challenges (e.g., military conflicts, extreme weather events, etc.) shape ERM practices and long-term risk-based planning in space. - Preparing for “black swan” events (e.g., space conflicts, space weather events, etc.) through ERM. - Risks in Military Space Operations: Examining ERM’s role in national security space functions and its impact on security strategies. - How to best make use of advances in new technologies development such as AI, quantum, etc. and what threats/opportunities to a secure world do they represent? 2. Insurance & Crisis Management Best Practices - Integrating insurance and crisis management best practices with ERM frameworks 3. ERM for Public-Private Sector Collaboration - Effective ERM frameworks for joint risk management between governments and private space entities.

Co-Chair

Maria-Gabriella Sarah
European Space Agency (ESA) — France

Katarzyna Malinowska
Space Entrepreneurship Institute — Poland

Christopher Geiger
Lockheed Martin Corporation — United States

Rapporteur: Andrew Court
TNO — The Netherlands

E9.5. Mitigating threatening actions in orbit: How to enhance and strengthen space security

There is growing concern about the vulnerability of space systems and services to efforts to disrupt, deny, degrade, destroy or otherwise interfere with them. This in turn has led to increased rhetoric from some countries about the need to prepare for future conflicts on Earth to extend into space and to accordingly carry out more aggressive policies, postures, and capabilities. This paper session will focus on space security issues and how wide ranging their effects can be on the sustainability of the space environment and spaceflight safety. This will discuss potential threats to space systems, services, and activities in terms of actions that are deliberately intended to be harmful but also those that can be inadvertently escalatory. It will promote strategies for reducing space threats, with the final goal of raising awareness of emerging security challenges, promoting information exchange, and exploring collaborative solutions for ensuring a safe, stable, and peaceful space environment for all.

Co-Chair

Guoyu Wang
Beijing Institute of Technology, Institute of Space Law — China

Victoria Samson
Secure World Foundation — United States

Rapporteur: Agnieszka Lukaszczyk
Andart Global — Poland

E9.IP. Interactive Presentations - IAF SYMPOSIUM ON SECURITY, STABILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF SPACE ACTIVITIES

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Space Security addressed in the classic Sessions. The IP session is not restricted to any specific topic related to space law and invites authors to contribute presentations on any interesting, relevant and current space law issues. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

Coordinator: Serge Plattard
University College London (UCL) — United Kingdom

E10. IAF SYMPOSIUM ON PLANETARY DEFENSE AND NEAR-EARTH OBJECTS

This symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), will address all aspects of the hazards associated with the impact of asteroids and comets on Earth and their mitigation. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of planetary defense, the symposium additionally aims to establish joint sessions with other symposiums investigating synergies and lessons learned.

Coordinator

Alex Karl
Space Applications Services — Belgium

Alissa J. Haddaji
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — United States

E10.1. (To be updated) Planetary Defense from Asteroids and Comets

This session will address all aspects of the hazards associated with the impact of asteroids and comets on Earth and their mitigation, covering these broad areas of interest: 1. An overview about the latest developments and mission summaries related to recent, ongoing or upcoming missions with a focus on planetary defense. 2. Advances in pre-impact determinations and prevention of impacts, such as discovery and characterisation, along with mission & campaign designs to deflect or disrupt a hazardous object. 3. Advances in preparation for impact, such as impact consequences & disaster management and response coordination on local and international levels. 4. General considerations such as the influence of legal, social and economic aspects on the decision to act by decision makers, the deflection methods used as well as public education and communication to various audiences 5. Lessons learned from other missions and endeavours that could benefit planetary defense and vice versa.

E10.2. (To be updated) Informing Planetary Defense

This session will address all aspects that contribute towards informing future planetary defense, including: 1. Results from the first impact deflection test with DART (e.g., results, including ground-based observations regarding the orbital period change, physical characteristics of Didymos and Dimorphos, geology of the impact site, revised numerical modelling of DART impact, and Didymos’ dynamics based on DART impact); 2. Results from NEO sample return missions, as well as perspectives regarding ongoing and future NEO missions; 3. Legal considerations that would contribute towards the decision to act; and 4. Any other transdisciplinary research that enhances our understanding to make better decisions and increase the likelihood of a successful mitigation of an asteroid or comet impact.

E10.IP. (To be updated) Interactive Presentations - IAF SYMPOSIUM ON PLANETARY DEFENSE AND NEAR-EARTH OBJECTS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on any of the subjects of Planetary Defense and Near-Earth Objects addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

E11. IAF SYMPOSIUM ON EMERGING SPACE ECOSYSTEMS

The IAF Symposium on Emerging Space Ecosystems is driven by key objectives aligned with the International Astronautical Federation's (IAF) 3G Diversity Agenda. The IAF Symposium will address the dynamic space landscape. It will serve as a platform for discussions on emerging space ecosystems, with a focus on fostering innovation in space access, entrepreneurship, and engaging emerging countries. The IAF Symposium will explore technology, policies, and strategies for achieving these goals. Entrepreneurship will be encouraged, fostering collaboration between established companies and startups. Emerging spacefaring nations will have an opportunity to share experiences and form partnerships.

Coordinator: Matias Campos
Astralintu Space Technologies — Ecuador

E11.1. (To be updated) Connecting Emerging Space ecoSystems

This session will delve into holistic space ecosystem development, emphasizing the interconnectedness of research, education, policy, and industry. Sustainability will be a central theme, promoting responsible space practices and alignment with global sustainability.

E11.IP. (To be updated) Interactive Presentations - IAF SYMPOSIUM EMERGING SPACE ECOSYSTEMS

This session offers a unique opportunity to deliver your key messages in an interactive presentation on Emerging Space Ecosystems addressed in the classic Sessions. The presentation will be displayed on a digital screen in a dedicated location and available for view by all Congress attendees for the entire Congress week. In addition, one afternoon is dedicated exclusively for the attendees to view the Interactive Presentations, and the author will be assigned a specific ten minute slot to personally present the topic and interact with the attendees present. The Interactive Presentation may take advantage of all electronic display capabilities, such as: PowerPoint charts, embedded hot links, pictures, audio and video clips etc. An award will also be presented to the author of the best Interactive Presentation in the E Category at a special ceremony. An Abstract that follows the standard format must be submitted by the deadline for standard IAC abstracts.

GTS. GLOBAL TECHNICAL SYMPOSIUM

The Global Technical Symposium (GTS) is designed to offer a modern and eclectic platform at the IAC for sharing technical content to an open minded audience on-site but also online! Jointly organized by associated technical committees and the Workforce Development-Young Professional Programme Committee, these sessions are similar to the conventional technical sessions in terms of abstract selection and paper submissions. However, in addition to the on-site presentation of the technical papers, these sessions are also broadcast online. Authors are allowed to present remotely or on-site, and participants are also allowed to listen to the session from the comfort of their homes or at their workplaces in addition to the IAC venue. The IAF hopes that this approach will enable more students and young professionals without the ability to join IAC on-site to contribute to discussion at the IAC.

Coordinator: Eleonora Lombardi
Fondazione E. Amaldi — Italy

GTS.1-E6.4. Entrepreneurship Around the World

Entrepreneurship has different characteristics that differ from country to country around the world. Some of the challenges that entrepreneurs face transcend national and cultural borders, but some others do not. This session welcomes papers and presentations that describe the barriers experienced by real entrepreneurs in their different countries and regions around the world. A summary discussion will identify the commonalities and unique characteristics of nation-specific entrepreneurial barriers as identified by the presenters. This is a technical session co-sponsored by the IAF Entrepreneurship and Investment Committee (EIC) and the IAF Workforce Development/Young Professionals Programme Committee, as part of the Global Technical Sessions – presenters can present in person at the IAC or from their home/work/university location.

Co-Chair: Eleonora Lombardi
Fondazione E. Amaldi — Italy

GTS.2-B3.9. Human Spaceflight Global Technical Session

Co-Chair

Guillaume Girard
Zero2infinity — Spain

Andrea Jaime
Isar Aerospace Technologies GmbH — Germany

GTS.3-B2.8. Space Communications and Navigation Global Technical Session

Co-Chair

Eric Wille
ESA — The Netherlands

Joshua Critchley-Marrows
ArkEdge Space Inc. — Australia

Rapporteur

Behnoosh Meskoob
École de technologie supérieure — Canada

Manish Saxena
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) — India

GTS.4-E2.3. Student Team Competition

Undergraduate and graduate level student teams present papers on any subject related to space sciences, industry or technology. These papers will represent the work of the authors (three or more students). Students presenting in this session will compete for the Hans von Muldau Team Award. The selection of the oral presentations is solely based on the submitted abstracts. We strongly recommend that you submit an abstract with an extensive description of your topic, including a detailed explanation of your contribution and the novelty of your work. Furthermore, a short description how your team worked together to achieve the project goal should be included. The guidelines for the student competition will be distributed from the session chairs to the authors after abstract acceptance.

Co-Chair

Emmanuel Zenou
Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace (ISAE) — France

Andrea Jaime
Isar Aerospace Technologies GmbH — Germany

Rapporteur: Kathleen Coderre
Lockheed Martin (Space Systems Company) — United States

GTS.5-B4.9. Small Satellite Missions Global Technical Session

Co-Chair

Matthias Hetscher
DLR (German Aerospace Center) — Germany

Norbert M.K. Lemke
OHB System AG - Oberpfaffenhofen — Germany

LIKHIT WARANON
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization) — Thailand

Rapporteur

Alex da Silva Curiel
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) — United Kingdom

Victoria Barabash
Luleå University of Technology — Sweden