Space for human benefit and exploration

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27th September – 1st October 2010

Prague, Czech Republic

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Space for human benefit and exploration

International Astronautical Congress

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IAC 201027th September – 1st OctoberPrague, Czech Republic

www.iac2010.cz

Magion

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CZECH SPACE OFFICE

Gate into Czech Space

The Czech Space Offi ce (CSO) is a private non-prof-it organisation founded in November 2003 to serve the Czech industry, research institutes and univer-sities as a single contact point for communication with European Space Agency (ESA). CSO is the in-formation and advisory centre on both national and international space activities and represents Czech Republic in space-related international organiza-tions. The Czech Space Offi ce is a contact point for GMES in The Czech Republic and is also active in space education and student activities.

On the governmental level, the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports is responsible for space research and international agreements with ESA. The Minis-try of Transport is responsible for implementation of the Galileo programme in the Czech Republic and together with Ministry of Education is co-fi nancing some ESA optional programmes.

Czech Space Offi ceKaterinska 10128 00 Praha 2Czech Republic

tel./fax: +420 224 918 288info@czechspace.czwww.czechspace.cz

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Contents page

Czech Republic astronaut’s greeting 4

Message from the President of the IAF 4

Message from the IPC Co-Chairs 5

Message from the Local Organising Committee 5

The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) 6

IAF Member Organisations 8

The International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) 10

The International Institute of Space Law (IISL) 11

The Technical Programme – Summary of IAC sessions 12

The Technical Programme – by Category 12-32

Calendar of main IAC 2010 deadlines & Congress at a glance 32

Instructions for submitting an abstract 34

Map of Prague 36

Prague highlights 37

Congress Information 38

Supporting Media

International Astronautical Congress27th September – 1st October Prague, Czech Republic61st

Czech Republic astronaut’s greetingI am truly delighted to offer my best wishes to all participants of the 61st International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in 2010.

When Prague last hosted this major event in 1977 only two superpowers – the former Soviet Union and the United States of America – actively participated in human spaceflight. Nowadays space is a matter of truly international cooperation –- and this is also thanks to the work of the International Astronautical Federation.

Today, the Czech Republic’s recent membership of the European Space Agency confirms again its place in the field of research and space exploitation.

Since my own spaceflight more than 30 years ago in 1978, space activities have set a clear example of both the necessity and what can be achieved through international cooperation.

From orbit, I saw our planet Earth with only its natural borders, such as rivers, mountains, seas and oceans. And I believe that the 61st IAC will again contribute towards the fusing of political and cultural borders which so often divide us.

I wish you a pleasant stay in Prague in 2010 and hope that its friendly environment and beauty will contribute to the success of the Congress.

Vladimir RemekCosmonaut - Soyuz 28/Salyut 6 (March 1978)Member of the European Parliament

Message from the President of the IAFIt is an honour and pleasure to welcome all potential participants to IAC 2010 in Prague, where we will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the International Astronautical Federation.

Working with our colleagues in Korea we learned that in Asian philosophy the period of 60 years represents a cycle of renewal – in human life, in nature, in history, and also in an international body like the IAF. In the past six decades our community – and in parallel this organisation – has matured remarkably.

In the field of space science and technology, the transformation is dramatic. Sixty years ago space was in its infancy. Its origin was based on the ideas of pioneers like Ziolkowski, Goddard or Oberth, and supported by military incentives. The United States and USSR developed a monopoly, and the space race was largely a demonstration to the rest of the world.

How things have changed! Most developing countries now not only benefit from a myriad of space applications, but they have their own ambitious space programmes. There is a growing list of developing space nations in Asian, Latin American and African countries, with their own space activities and agencies. Space has become a national economic driver and exudes a widening influence on many country’s national politics.

Besides exciting developments on the Moon and the red planet Mars, space has become an essential part of human life and welfare. Thankfully, space has also progressed from being overtly competitive and a potential military battlefield, to an area of true international cooperation.

Over the same six decades, our Federation has changed remarkably. It has fulfilled its original role as a mediator between the space powers and the rest of the world. It has contributed to a proliferation of knowledge and skills, and to worldwide access to the benefits of space assets. Starting on 4 September 1951 with 10 founding members, IAF now has more than 200 members from industry, agencies, societies, and research institutions, representing 50 nations.

Today, the Federation concentrates its activities on benefits to its members in terms of cooperation, knowledge dissemination, and coordinating the utilisation of space systems for human development. IAF actively stimulates the promotion of public awareness of space activities worldwide and helps to develop a highly motivated and knowledgeable workforce for the ambitions of tomorrow.

Its annual congress, organised jointly with the sister organisations IAA and IISL, has become the premier global space convention. Year by year it has grown in attractiveness, activity and value for its delegates. The upcoming 61st Congress in Prague will continue this development.

Join us in Prague and help us to develop an exciting future!

Berndt FeuerbacherPresident, International Astronautical Federation

Message from the IPC Co-ChairsWe would like to invite you to participate in the 61st International Astronautical Congress (IAC), which will be held in the very centre of Europe at historic Prague, capital of the Czech Republic.

The last IAC in this part of Europe took place in Budapest, Hungary, in 1983, and before that was held in Prague for the first time in 1977. That 28th IAC was very successful, even though the atmosphere was quite different then because of the Cold War.

Part of its success may be that Prague has a long history as an astronomical ‘refuge’. The skilful astronomical observer Tycho Brahe and the great scientific mind Johannes Kepler were in Prague at the beginning of 17th century, and Albert Einstein before the First World War.

From the very beginning of the Space Age, Czech and Slovak specialists have also cooperated internationally at many levels in the fields of space research and technology.

It is our intention, as Co-Chairs of the International Programme Committee, to build on this tradition and to encourage presentations of results, projects and ideas from the whole region of Central and Eastern Europe and, of course, worldwide.

We are counting on your support in this complex task of preparing a high quality programme of the Congress. Of course, whilst visiting Prague, you should also take the opportunity to walk through the city and witness its rich history and architecture with your own eyes.

Petr Lála and Peter MartinezIPC Co–Chairs

Message from the Local Organising CommitteeOn behalf of the Local Organising Committee and the Czech Space Office, I am honoured and pleased to invite you to join us for the 61st International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Prague. The Congress is taking place under the auspices of Václav Klaus, president of the Czech Republic.

The country ranks among the finer European centres of education and research since the Middle Ages – and space research has not been omitted. The 40-year heritage of the Czech space achievements includes the flight of cosmonaut Vladimir Remek in 1978, payloads and mechanical structures for interplanetary probes, satellites, orbital stations and the construction of mini-satellites.

The IAC comes back into this geographical region of Central and Eastern Europe after a quarter of century. During that time, countries in this part of Europe have been through dramatic period of history. Political, economical and societal changes have essentially influenced all parts of life of their citizens.

Activities in space have been no exception. After slowing down the volume of space activities during the main transition phase, the Czech Republic has gradually developed a new space infrastructure and became the 18th member of the European Space Agency in 2008.

It is believed that the IAC will help to increase general awareness about space-related capacities and plans of countries in this part of Europe and, at the same time, it will motivate and stimulate activity of new space generation there.

We have chosen the focal theme of the Congress in Prague as ‘Space for human benefit and exploration’. On one side, this reflects the permanent importance of practical applications of space to everyday life forcing many new countries to form and develop their own space programmes. On the other side, it pays attention to mankind’s next grand challenge – space exploration.

The IAC at Prague’s Congress Centre will provide another opportunity for representatives from political, industrial and scientific sectors – together with members of the general public – to shape the future direction of space exploration.

As the ambitions of space nations are becoming apparent, the countries are focusing on how their own space exploration plans might integrate with global space endeavours and how they might collaborate with other nations to develop a truly global space exploration strategy.

We believe that space exploration can inspire nations to work together for a common purpose. Our goal is that the 61st IAC in Prague eminently promotes that vision.

Once again, let me invite you for interesting and enjoyable September week in Prague.

Dr Jan KolářChairman, LOC

The IAF – catalyst for spaceAfter six decades the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is stronger and has more members than ever before. Its international sphere of influence continues to expand as it provides a unique forum in which space agencies, governmental institutions, research centres and industries from all countries around the world meet to exchange information and views on current and future space programmes and activities.

Some ask why was it called an ‘astronautical’ instead of ‘space’ federation? The reasons are historical because, at the time of its creation, the over-riding interest centred on the science and technology of spaceflight. The main aim was “to promote the development of interplanetary travel”.

There is a similar explanation for the use of the word ‘federation’ rather than ‘organisation’, the former more neatly summarising the core purpose of the IAF as an international grouping of autonomous specialist organisations, companies and countries coming together for a common purpose. All share a common view but approach from many directions.

By organising the annual International Astronautical Congress (IAC), and other meetings on specific subjects, the IAF actively encourages the development of astronautics for peaceful purposes and supports the dissemination of scientific and technical information related to space.

The IAC is also important because it promotes at a worldwide level the space programme and space interests of the host country.

In addition, each IAC encourages economical and political development of the city where it is taking place, and allows at the same time the international community to share and witness its cultural traditions.

The international, interdisciplinary and non-governmental nature of the IAF – which retains independent control of its own internal affairs – allows different organisations, agencies and related industries to more easily share and interchange information through events like the IAC.

If your company, agency or organisation is not yet an IAF member then you should think about joining us - some 200 members cannot be wrong!

Philippe WillekensIAF Executive Director

Members of the IAF Bureau 2009 IAF Secretariat

PresidentBerndt FeuerbacherProfessorDeutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR)Cologne, Germany

Past-PresidentJames V. ZimmermanPresidentInstitute of Space ServicesMcLean, Virginia, United States

Executive DirectorPhilippe Willekensphilippe.willekens@iafastro.org

Technical CoordinatorPhillippe Moreelsphillippe.moreels@ iafastro.org

Vice-President IAC EvolutionM.Y.S. PrasadAssociate Director(LC, LSSF & RO)SDSC-SHAR, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)Nellore District Andhra Pradesh, India

Deputy Executive DirectorAnnie Moulinannie.moulin@ iafastro.org

Administrative AssistantFathia Malouchesecretariat.iaf@ iafastro.org

Vice-President Technical ActivitiesTetsuo YasakaProfessorDepartment of Aeronautics and AstronauticsKyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan

Vice-President International Organisations Relations and Developing CountriesGerard BrachetSpace Policy ConsultantSic Itur, Paris, France

International RelationsRocio Caparrosrocio.caparros@ iafastro.org

Content ManagerScott Hattonscott.hatton@ iafastro.org

Vice-President Institutional Relations and MP LiaisonKarlheinz KreuzbergHead of the Director General’s CabinetEuropean Space Agency (ESA), Paris, France

Vice-President Industry RelationsJ. Patrick SchondelVice-PresidentBusiness Development Space ExplorationThe Boeing CompanyHouston, TX, United States

Vice-President Honours and AwardsIgor V. BarminGeneral Director - General DesignerDesign Bureau of General Machine-Building (KBOM)Moscow, Russia

Industry RelationsThomas Hetierthomas.hetier@ iafastro.org

General CouncilVladimir KopalProfessor at LawThe University of West Bohemia, PilsenPrague 6 - Dejvice, Czech Republic

President IAAMadhavan NairChairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), India

Honorary SecretaryHans E.W. HoffmannBremen, Germany

President IISLTanja Masson-ZwaanIISL PresidentInternational Institute of Air and Space Law University of Leiden, International Institute of Space Law, Leiden, The Netherlands

Special Adviser for IAA/IAF coordinationAnne-Marie Mainguy

Vice-President Publications and OutreachMarc HeppenerDirector of Science and Strategy DevelopmentEuropean Science Foundation; President, Dutch Society for Aerospace (NVR)

Vice-President Youth and Workforce DevelopmentDavid KendallDirector GeneralSpace ScienceCanadian Space Agency, St-Hubert, Canada

Vice-President International RelationsYansheng WuPresidentChina Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Beijing, China

IAF member organisations

• Access Intelligence, United States• Acutronic Switzerland Ltd, Switzerland• Aerojet-General Corporation, United States• Aerospace Research Institute, Iran• Agence Spatiale Algérienne (ASAL), Algeria• Agrupacion Astronautica Espanola, Spain• American Astronautical Society (AAS), United

States• American Institute of Aeronautics and

Astronautics (AIAA), United States• Analytical Graphics, Inc., United States• Andoya Rocket Range, Norway• Angström Aerospace Corporation (AAC), Sweden• Argentine Association for Space Technology,

Argentina• Arianespace, France• Asociacion Argentina de Ciencias Espaciales

(AACE), Argentina• Association Aéronautique & Astronautique de

France (AAAF), France• Association of Specialist Technical Operators in

Space (ASTOS), United Kingdom• Associazione Italiana di Aeronautica e

Astronautica (AIDAA), Italy• Astrium GmbH, Germany• Astrium SAS France, France• Astrium UK, United Kingdom• Astronaute Club Européen (ACE), France• Astronautic Technology SDN BHD, Malaysia• Astronautical Society of India, India• Astrotech Corporation, United States• ATUCOM - Tunisian Association for

Communication and Space Sciences, Tunisia• Austrian Research Promotion Agency, Austria

• Brazilian Space Agency (AEB), Brazil• British National Space Centre, United Kingdom• Bulgarian Aerospace Agency, Bulgaria

• Canadian Aeronautics & Space Institute (CASI), Canada

• Canadian Space Agency, Canada• Carlo Gavazzi Space, Italy• Center for Strategic and International Studies

(CSIS), United States• Central Research Institute of Machine Building

(FSUE/TSNIIMASH), Russia• Centre National de la Cartographie et de la

Teledetection (CNCT), Morocco• Centre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES), France• Centre Spatial de Liège, Belgium• Centro de Investigacion y Difusion Aeronautico

Espacial (CIDA-E), Uruguay• Centro Para el Desarrollo Technologico Industrial

(CDTI), Spain• Chinese Society of Astronautics, China• CIRA Italian Aerospace Research Centre, Italy• Comision Nacional de Actividades Espaciales

(CONAE), Argentina• Commission d’Astronautique de l’Academie

Roumaine, Romania• Companhia Espacial Portuguesa Limitada,

Portugal• CSIRO Marine & Atmospheric Research, Australia• Cyprus Astronautical Society, Cyprus• Czech Space Office, Czech Republic

• Danish Astronautical Society, Denmark• Dassault, France• DEIMOS Space S.L., Spain• Deutsche Gesellschaft für Luft-und Raumfahrt -

Lilienthal - Oberth e.V. (DGLR), Germany• Deutsches Zentrum für Luft und Raumfahrt e.V.

(DLR), Germany• Dutch Space, The Netherlands

• EADS Casa, Spain• Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

(EPFL), Switzerland• Engineers Australia, Australia• Eumetsat, Germany• EURISY Association, France• Eurockot Launch Services GmbH, Germany• Euroconsult, France• European Conference for Aero-Space Sciences

(EUCASS), Belgium• European Space Agency (ESA), France• European Space Policy Institute (ESPI), Austria• Eurospace, France• EXA - Agencia Espacial Civil, Ecuador

• Federal Aviation Administration Office of Commercial Space Transportation (FAA/AST), United States

• Federal Space Agency, Russia• Finnish Astronautical Society, Finland

• General Organization of Remote Sensing (GORS), Syria

• Groupement des Industries Françaises Aeronautiques et Spatiales - GIFAS, France

• HE Space Operations, Germany

• ICARE-CNRS, France• IHI Aerospace Co, Ltd, Japan• Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), India• Indonesian National Institute of Aeronautics and

Space, Indonesia• Institut Français d’Histoire de l’Espace, France

• Instituto de Aeronáutica e Espaço - IAE, Brazil• Instituto Mexicano del Espacio Exterior, INMEE,

A.C., Mexico• Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais (INPE),

Brazil• Instituto Nacional de Tecnica Aerospacial (INTA),

Spain• International Association for the Advancement

of Space Safety, The Netherlands• International Space University (ISU), France• Internationaler Förderkreis für Raumfahrt

Hermann Oberth-Wernher von Braun, Germany• Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd, Israel• Israel Society of Aeronautics & Astronautics, Israel• Israel Space Agency, Israel• Italian National Research Council - CNR, Italy• Italian Space Agency (ASI), Italy

• Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Japan

• Japan Society for Aeronautics and Space Sciences (JSASS), Japan

• Japanese Rocket Society, Japan

• Kentucky Space, United States• Khrunichev State Research & Production Space

Center, Russia• King Abdulaziz City for Science & Technology

(KACST), Saudi Arabia• Korea Aerospace Research Institute, Republic of

Korea• Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute,

Republic of Korea

• Lavochkin Association, Russia• Lockheed Martin Corporation, United States

• MANT - Hungarian Astronautical Society, Hungary

• MARS s.r.l., Italy• MDA, Canada• Microcosm, Inc, United States• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Japan

• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd, Japan• Moscow Aviation Institute, Russia

• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), United States

• National Aerospace Agency (NASA) of Azerbaijan Republic, Azerbaijan

• National Aerospace Laboratory (NLR), The Netherlands

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), United States

• National Research Foundation (NRF), South Africa• National Space Agency of Ukraine (NSAU),

Ukraine• National Space Research and Development

Agency, Nigeria• National Space Society, United Kingdom• NEC Toshiba Space Systems, Ltd, Japan• Netherlands Agency for Aerospace Programs

(NIVR), The Netherlands• Netherlands Industrial Space Organisation

(NISO), The Netherlands• Netherlands Society for Aerospace (NVR), The

Netherlands• Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Nigeria• Norsk Astronautisk Forening, Norway• Northrop Grumman Space Technology, United

States• Norwegian Space Centre, Norway• Novespace, France

• Oceanit Laboratories, Inc (2007), United States• Odyssey Space Research, United States• Office National d’Etudes et de Recherches

Aérospatiales (ONERA), France• OHB-System AG, Germany

• Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Commission, Pakistan

• Polish Astronautical Society, Poland• Prospective 2100, France

• Ramirez de Arellano y Abogados, S.C. Law Firm, Mexico

• RMIT University, Australia, Australia• Rocket Research Institute, Inc., United States• RUAG Aerospace Ltd., Sweden• Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia• Russian Technology Transfer Center, Russia

• S.P. Korolev Rocket and Space Corporation Energia, Russia

• Satrec Initiative, Republic of Korea• School of Engineering, UNAM, Mexico• Secure World Foundation, United States• SENER Ingeneria y Sistemas, S.A., Spain• SES, Luxemburg• Shamakhy Astrophysical Observatory, Azerbaijan• Sirius XM Radio, United States• Sky Perfect JSAT Corporation, Japan• Snecma, France• Sodern, France• Space Commercial Services Holdings (Pty) Ltd,

South Africa• Space Enterprise Partnerships Limited, United

Kingdom

• Space Generation Advisory Council, Austria• Space Policy Institute, George Washington

University, United States• Space Systems/Loral, United States• Spheris, France• Starsem, France• Stellenbosch University, South Africa• Sun Space and Information Systems, South Africa• Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd, United Kingdom• Swedish Society for Aeronautics and

Astronautics, Sweden• Swedish Space Corporation, Sweden• SwissSpace Association, Switzerland

• Techno System Developments S.R.L., Italy• Telesat Canada,Canada• Telespazio S.p.A., Italy• Thales Alenia Space Italia, Italy• ThalesAlenia Space, France• The Aerospace Corporation, United States• The Boeing Company, United States• The British Interplanetary Society, United

Kingdom• The Chinese Aeronautical and Astronautical

Society located in Taipei, Taiwan, China• The John Hopkins University Applied Physics

Laboratory, United States• The Korean Society for Aeronautical and Space

Sciences, Republic of Korea• The Planetary Society, United States• TNO, The Netherlands

• US Geological Survey, United States• U3P-Union pour la Promotion de la Propulsion

Photonique, France• United Space Alliance, United States• University of Lapland, Finland• University of the Western Cape, South Africa• University of Valencia, Spain

• Victorian Space Science Education Centre, Australia

• Virgin Galactic L.L.C, United States• Volvo Aero Corporation, Sweden• von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium

• World Space Week Association, United States

• X PRIZE Foundation, United States

• Yuzhnoye State Design Office, Ukraine

• ZARM Fab GmbH, Germany

IAF member organisations (new applicants)

• National Mapping and Remote Sensing Centre, Tunisia

• Neptec Design Group, Canada

• PROESPACO – The Portuguese Association of Space Industries, Portugal

• Samara Space Centre – State Research & Promotion Space Rocket Centre, Russia

• Serco Europe, Belgium

• SPACE Canada Corporationl, Canada

• TÜBITAK – The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey, Turkey

The International Academy of Astronautics (IAA)

The Academy is an independent international community of leading experts committed to expanding the frontiers of space, the newest realm of human activity. To foster the development of astronautics, the Academy undertakes a number of activities, including the recognition of outstanding contributors through election and awards. It also facilitates professional communication, develops and promotes new ideas and initiatives, engages the public, and fosters a sense of community among the members. This is a unique non-governmental organization established in 1960 and recognized by the United Nations in 1996.

It is an honorary society with an action agenda (www.iaaweb.org). With 1200 elected members and corresponding members from 80 nations, it works closely with space agencies, industry, the academic community and the national science and engineering academies to determine needs and objectives and to help shape policy and forge cooperation by means of studies, position papers, conferences and publications. The IAA published four studies over the past five months and is engaged in the preparation of 35 studies (see http://iaaweb.org/content/view/273/412/). The Academy publishes the journal Acta Astronautica containing refereed papers.

With its Program Committees and under the purview of its Scientific Activities Committee (SAC) the Academy now organizes about 16 annual conferences and regional meetings focused on the development and promotion of new initiatives (http://iaaweb.org/content/view/182/301/). The 2009 IAA program included the co-sponsored Fifth European Conference on Space Debris, Darmstadt, Germany in April, the third IAA Space & Society conference Dnepropetrovsk in April 2009, the second IAA Conference on Advanced Space Technologies for the Humankind Prosperity, Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine in April 2009, the annual IAA regional meeting in Darmstadt, Germany in April, the first IAA Planetary Defense conference, Granada, Spain in April, the 7th IAA Small Satellite for Earth Observation, Berlin in May, the first IAA regional conference on space application for the user community in Disaster Management and Sustainable Development in Africa, Yaoundé, Cameroon in May, the 17th IAA Human in Space Symposium Moscow in June, the 6th Symposium on Realistic Near Term Advanced Space Missions, Aosta, Italy, 6-10 July 2009, the IAA Regional Meeting in Japan, Tsukuba, 6 July, the 6th Low Cost Planetary Missions, Goa, India, 31 August-4 September 2009, IAA co-sponsored United Nations Symposium on the Use of Small Satellites Programs for Sustainable Development, Graz, Austria, 8-11 September, the first IAA Solar Power Satellite Workshop (SPS 2009), Toronto, Canada, 8-11 September, the Academy Day, Daejon, 11 October, the First IAA Symposium on Global Security of Humanity, Limassol, Cyprus, 2-4 November, the 3rd Regional Conference Space for Africa: Joint Participation, Knowledge Development and Sharing, Abuja, Nigeria, 24-26 November 2009.

This activity also includes the traditional contribution to the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) where the Academy sponsor and organize 11 Symposia as follows: the 38th IAA Symposium on the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI), the joint IAA/IAF Symposium on Space Life Science, the 12th IAA Symposium on Human Exploration of the Moon and Mars, the 7th IAA Symposium on Stepping Stones to the Future: Strategies, Architectures, Concepts and Technologies, the 7th IAA Symposium on the Far Future: Renewed Visions, the 42nd IAA Symposium on Safety and Quality in Space Activities, the 13th IAA Symposium on Small Satellite Missions, the 11th UN/IA Workshop on Small Satellite at the Service of Developing Countries, the 22nd IAA Symposium on Space Policy, Regulation and Economics, the 7th IAA Symposium on Space Debris, the 24th IAA/IISL Scientific Legal Round Table: Assessing Commercial Human Spaceflight, the 20th IAA Symposium on Space Activities and Society. The Academy also continues to enjoy its participation in the COSPAR Assemblies by sponsoring and co-sponsoring symposia.

The value of the Academy derives from its members and the new Board of Trustees 2009-2011 with its new vice-Presidents Dr Yannick d’Escatha (France), Dr Stanislav Konyukhov (Ukraine), Prof Hiroki Matsuo (Japan) and Prof. Liu Jiuan (China). Although the IAA has many connections to these and other similar organizations, it is distinctive as the only international Academy of elected members in broad area of astronautics and space. On the occasion of the next COSPAR, there will be an Academy Day on 17 July 2010 in Bremen.

Madhavan Nair – India, PresidentJean Michel Contant, Secretary General6 rue Galilee, 75016 Paris, France

Mailing address: PO Box 1268-16 - 75766 Paris Cedex 16 - France

Phone: 33 (0)1 47 23 82 15, Fax: 33 (0) 1 47 23 82 16

Email: sgeneral@iaamail.org

Website: www.iaaweb.org

The International Institute of Space Law (IISL)

Space law is the area of law that encompasses national and international law governing activities in outer space. The inception of the field of space law began with the launch in October 1957 of the world’s first artificial satellite, the USSR’s Sputnik. Since then, space law has evolved and assumed more importance as humankind has increasingly come to use and rely on space-based resources.

Founded in 1960, the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) is an independent non-governmental organisation whose purposes and objectives include the cooperation with appropriate international organisations and national institutions in the field of space law and the carrying out of tasks for fostering the development of space law. It also includes the studies of legal and social science aspects of the exploration and use of outer space and the holding of meetings, colloquia and competitions on juridical and social science aspects of space activities. The IISL presently has individual and institutional elected members from over 40 countries, who are distinguished for their contributions to space law development.

Since its inception, the IISL has held over 50 annual colloquia on space law at each International Astronautical Congress. Authors may submit abstracts for the five space law sessions held throughout the week, whose themes for 2010 can be found elsewhere in this announcement. During the IAC the IISL also co-organises annual Scientific-Legal Roundtables with the International Academy of Astronautics, the 24th of which will be held in Prague in 2010

The IISL publishes papers presented at the Colloquium, along with various other materials, in its annual “Proceedings of the International Institute of Space Law”, published by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

The IISL is a Permanent Observer to the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS). The IISL presents reports on its activities to the Legal Subcommittee and contributes to the UN Highlights in Space report. Each year, in cooperation with the European Centre for Space Law, the IISL organises a space law symposium for the delegates and staff attending the annual session of the COPUOS Legal Subcommittee in Vienna, Austria.

IISL regularly issues ‘Statements of the Board of Directors’, that have enabled the debate on legal issues, for instance on the illegality of ‘real property rights’ on the Moon. The IISL wishes to address topics that are of real interest to all space actors, and involve them in the discussions at our annual Colloquia during the IAC.

Since 1990, the IISL organises the annual Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition. A hypothetical space law case is written by IISL members on invitation of the Organizing Committee established by the IISL Board of Directors to manage the competition. Preliminary competitions are organized each spring in North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region. The winning teams of the preliminaries meet in the final round held in conjunction with the annual IISL Space Law Colloquium, which is judged by members of the International Court of Justice. In 2010, the winners of the preliminaries will meet in Prague for the world finals of the 19th competition.

The IISL also holds regional conferences in addition to the annual Colloquia. Since the inception of these regional conferences in 2001, the IISL has held conferences in Singapore; Beijing, China; Bangalore, India; Bangkok, Thailand; Chiang Mai, Thailand.

In cooperation with the the National Center for Remote Sensing, Air and Space Law of the University of Mississippi, the International Institute of Space Law organizes the annual Eilene M. Galloway Symposium on Critical Space Law Issues in Washington D.C., USA. These symposia address important, timely space law issues and provide the space community with some of the most current thinking on those issues. The 4th symposium will be held on 10 December 2009.

Tanja Masson-Zwaan - The Netherlands, President:

Corinne C. Jorgenson, - USA, Secretary94bis, av. de Suffren, 75015 Paris - France

Phone: +33 (0)1 45 67 42 60, Fax: +33 (0) 1 42 73 21 20

Email: info@iislweb.org

Website: www.iislweb.org

Introduction to the Technical Programme

Space for human benefit and exploration Each Congress selects a theme based on proposals by the host country and its Local Organising Committee, which are discussed and then approved by the IAF Bureau.

Astronautics involves many important aspects of evolution and the theme for IAC 2010 – ‘Space for human benefit and exploration’ – relates to both the immediate needs of our community and the host country. The theme shows a direction toward which all congress efforts are expected to converge. The Opening Ceremony usually puts its largest focus on the theme and one of the selection criteria of Plenary topics and Highlight Lectures is their relevance to the theme.

However, it is not always easy to match the technical sessions with the selected theme. Probably this is because of the nature of technical sessions, which mostly deal with long-standing issues in their respective areas. And most importantly, the technical sessions are the body that provides solutions to the themes, not only of the year’s selected one. However, some technical areas might have topics that strongly lead to the realisation of the year’s theme. In such cases, the IPC is urged to organise special sessions on those topics.

Prof Tetsuo Yasaka, IAF Vice President, Technical Activities

A1. SPACE LIFE SCIENCES SYMPOSIUMThe symposium jointly organized by the International Academy of Astronautics and the International Astronautical Federation 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.

A1.1. Behaviour, Performance and Psychosocial Issues in SpaceThis session considers psychosocial, interpersonal, cultural, cognitive, circadian/sleep and human factors issues and countermeasures related to human spaceflight and space exploration.

A1.2. Human Physiology in SpaceThis session focuses on all aspects of spaceflight physiology that relate to human health and to the countermeasures employed to maintain health and performance.

A1.3. Medical Care for Humans in SpaceThe 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 Moon and Mars. A further focus will lie on medical care for passengers and operators of commercial suborbital and orbital space flights.

A1.4. Radiation Fields, Effects and Risks in Human Space MissionsThe major topics of this session are the characterisation of the radiation environment by theoretical modelling and experimental data, radiation effects on physical and biological systems, countermeasures to radiation and radiation risk assessment.

CoordinatorsChiaki MukaiJAXA – JAPAN Email: mukai.chiaki@jaxa.jp

ChairmenNick KanasUniversity of California and Veterans Affairs Medical Center — UNITED STATESEmail: nick.kanas@ucsf.edu

ChairmenInessa KozlovskayaInstitute of Biomedical Problems (IBMP) – RUSSIAEmail: ikozlovs@mail.ru

ChairmenRupert GerzerDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: rupert.gerzer@dlr.de

ChairmenGuenther ReitzGerman Aerospace Center – GERMANYEmail: guenther.reitz@dlr.de

Peter GraefDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: peter.graef@dlr.de

Vadim GushinInstitute for Biomedical Problems – RUSSIA Email: v.gushin@mail.ru

Satoshi IwaseAich Medical University – JAPAN Email: s_iwase@nifty.com

Anatoly I. GrigorievInstitute for Biomedical Problems – RUSSIA Email: grigoriev@imbp.ru

Giovanni De AngelisIstituto Superiore di Sanita’ (ISS), Rome, – ITALY Email: giovanni.deangelis@iss.it

RapporteurGro M. SandalUniversity of Bergen – NORWAY Email: gro.sandal@psysp.uib.no

RapporteurHanns-Christian Gunga– GERMANY Email: zwmb@charite.de

RapporteurPatrik SundbladEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDS Email: patrik.sundblad@esa.int

SCIENCE AND EXPLORATIONSystems sustaining space missions, including life, microgravity, space exploration, space debris and SETIA1 SPACE LIFE SCIENCES SYMPOSIUMA2 MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND PROCESSES SYMPOSIUMA3 SPACE EXPLORATION SYMPOSIUMA4 39th SYMPOSIUM ON THE SEARCH FOR EXTRATERRESTRIAL INTELLIGENCE (SETI) – The Next StepsA5 HUMAN EXPLORATION OF THE MOON AND MARS SYMPOSIUMA6 SPACE DEBRIS SYMPOSIUM

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A1.5. Astrobiology and ExplorationA new era of space exploration will soon expand into a global endeavour to achieve highly ambitious goals such as establishing human bases on the Moon, journeys to Mars and the construction of new infrastructures in space. Astrobiology plays a key role in the strategic search for organic compounds and life on Mars and other planetary objects in our solar system and can provide support in the preparation of human exploration endeavours. The session invites papers of astrobiological content supporting future robotic and human exploration.

ChairmenPascale EhrenfreundSpace Policy Institute, George Washington University – UNITED STATESEmail: pehren@gwu.edu

Gerda HorneckDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANY Email: gerda.horneck@dlr.de

RapporteurCatharine A. ConleyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATES Email: cassie.conley@nasa.gov

A2. MICROGRAVITY SCIENCES AND PROCESSESThe objective of this Symposium is to highlight and discuss the state of the art in microgravity physical sciences and processes as well as to prepare the future orbital infrastructure.Session topics cover all microgravity sciences disciplines (materials sciences, fluid sciences, combustion science, fundamental physics, multi-phase flows), current results and research perspectives, together with relevant technology developments.

A2.1. Gravity and Fundamental PhysicsThis session is devoted to the search of new fields of research in condensed matter physics and gravitational physics including cryogenic fluids, critical fluids, equivalence principle, atomic clock, plasma crystals.

A2.2. Fluid and Materials SciencesThe main focus of the session is on perspective research fields in fluid and materials sciences, multi-phase and chemically reacting flows including theoretical modelling, numerical simulations, and results of pathfinder laboratory experiments.

A2.3. Microgravity Experiments from Sub-orbital to Orbital PlatformsThis session presents recent results of microgravity experiments from all disciplines using different microgravity platforms, including drop towers, parabolic aircrafts, sounding rockets and capsules.

A2.4. Science Results from Ground Based ResearchThis session is focused on the results of ground based preparatory experiments from all disciplines.

A1.6. Life Support and EVA SystemsThis session will address strategies, solutions and technologies in providing for human requirements during future deep space and planetary/lunar surface exploration.

A1.7. Biology in SpaceThis session focuses on the molecular and cellular systems in plants and animals to analyse the mechanisms of gravisensitivity in ground-based and space flight experiments.

A1.8. Public Outreach and Education in Space Life SciencesThis session focuses on all aspects of public outreach and education activities related to space life sciences: strategies, best practice examples, future concepts and the integration into the space life sciences program development process.

Vice CoordinatorMarcus DejmekCanadian Space Agency – CANADA Email: marcus.dejmek@asc-csa.gc.ca

ChairmenJoachim RichterRWTH Aachen – GERMANYEmail: richter@rwth-aachen.de

ChairmenRaimondo FortezzaMARS s.r.l. – ITALYEmail: fortezza@marscenter.it

ChairmenZiad SaghirRyerson University — CANADAEmail: zsaghir@ryerson.ca

ChairmenValentina ShevtsovaUniversité Libre de Bruxelles – BELGIUMEmail: vshev@ulb.ac.be

ChairmenChiaki MukaiJAXA – JAPANEmail: mukai.chiaki@jaxa.jp

ChairmenJancy C. McPheeNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Johnson Space Center/USRA – UNITED STATESEmail: jancy.c.mcphee1@jsc.nasa.gov

ChairmenMarlene MacLeishNational Space and Biomedical Research Institute – UNITED STATESEmail: mmacleish@msm.edu

CoordinatorsAntonio VivianiSeconda Universita’ di Napoli – ITALYEmail: antonio.viviani@unina2.it

Francois GonzalezCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCE Email: francois.gonzalez@cnes.fr

Nickolay N. SmirnovMoscow Lomonosov State University – RUSSIAEmail: ebifsun1@mech.math.msu.su

Raffaele SavinoUniversity of Naples “Federico II” – ITALYEmail: rasavino@unina.it

Antonio VivianiSeconda Universita’ di Napoli – ITALYEmail: antonio.viviani@unina2.it

Bernhard KochDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANY Email: bernhard.koch@dlr.de

Ludmila BuravkovaInstitute for Biomedical Problems – RUSSIA Email: buravkova@wolf.ru

Andrea BoeseDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANY Email: andrea.boese@dlr.de

RapporteurBernard ZappoliCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCE Email: bernard.zappoli@cnes.fr

RapporteurJean Claude LegrosUniversity of Brussels – BELGIUMEmail: jclegros@ulb.ac.be

RapporteurVladimir PletserEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: vladimir.pletser@esa.int

RapporteurNickolay N. SmirnovMoscow Lomonosov State University – RUSSIAEmail: ebifsun1@mech.math.msu.su

RapporteurTerrence G. ReeseNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATES Email: terry.reese-1@nasa.gov

RapporteurCatharine A. ConleyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATES Email: cassie.conley@nasa.gov

RapporteurChrysoula Kourtidou-PapadeliGreek Aerospace Medical Association – GREECE Email: papadeli@koz.forthnet.gr

A2.6. Microgravity Sciences onboard the International Space Station and BeyondAimed to the presentation of results obtained from large orbital platforms, in particular the ISS, as well as preparation scenarios for further long term flight opportunities. The session includes description and performance of ground and in-orbit infrastructures.

ChairmenJules KenolNASA Johnson Space Center – UNITED STATESEmail: kenol.jules-1@nasa.gov

RapporteurChristoph PützAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: christoph.puetz@astrium.eads.net

Rodolfo MontiUniversity of Naples “Federico II” – ITALYEmail: monti@unina.it

A2.5. Facilities and Operations of Microgravity ExperimentsThis session is devoted to new diagnosis developments, new instruments definition and concepts for the future, ground and flight operation (telescience, robotics, hardware & software).

ChairmenMarcus DejmekCanadian Space Agency – CANADAEmail: marcus.dejmek@asc-csa.gc.ca

Rainer WillneckerDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: rainer.willnecker@dlr.de

RapporteurPeter HofmannKayser-Threde GmbH – GERMANYEmail: peter.hofmann@kayser-threde.com

A2.I. Interactive Session on Microgravity Sciences and Processes

Chairman/RapporteurAntonio VivianiSeconda Universita’ di Napoli – ITALYEmail: antonio.viviani@unina2.it

A3. SPACE EXPLORATION SYMPOSIUMThis Symposium covers the current and future robotic missions and material plans for initiatives in the exploration of the Universe from Space. The emerging field of Astrobiology or origins of the Universe and Solar Systems are included in all sessions where appropriate.

A3.1. Space Exploration OverviewThis 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.

A3.2A. Moon Exploration – Part 1This 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.

A3.2B. Moon Exploration – Part 2This 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.

A3.2INT. Moon Exploration – Part 3 (Interactive Session)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.

CoordinatorsChristian SallabergerMDA – CANADA Email: christian.sallaberger@mdacorporation.com

ChairmenChristian SallabergerMDA – CANADAEmail: christian.sallaberger@mdacorporation.com

ChairmenBernard FoingEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: bernard.foing@esa.int

Bernard FoingEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: bernard.foing@esa.int

Luc FréconThalesAlenia Space – FRANCEEmail: luc.frecon@thalesaleniaspace.com

Carol J. RussoNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Ames Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: carol.russo@nasa.gov

RapporteursRobert RichardsOptech Incorporated – CANADAEmail: rdr@optech.on.ca

RapporteursWilliam H. SiegfriedThe Boeing Company (retired) – UNITED STATESEmail: wsiegfried@ca.rr.com

A3.3A. Mars Exploration – Part 1The 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 including expected experiments. Papers on any aspects of the search for evidence of extant or extinct Martian life, and forward and backward contamination are particularly welcome.

ChairmenVincenzo GiorgioThales Alenia Space – ITALYEmail: vincenzo.giorgio@thalesaleniaspace.com

Walter FaulconerThe John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: walter.faulconer@jhuapl.edu

RapporteursMarc D. RaymanJet Propulsion Laboratory - California Institute of Technology – UNITED STATESEmail: mrayman@jpl.nasa.gov

Sylvie EspinasseItalian Space Agency (ASI) – ITALYEmail: sylvie.espinasse@asi.it

Eunsup SimKorea Aerospace Research Institute – KOREA, REPUBLIC OFEmail: esim@kari.re.kr

James MiddletonMDA – CANADAEmail: jim.middleton@mdacorporation.com

A3.3B. Mars Exploration – Part 2The 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 including expected experiments. Papers on any aspects of the search for evidence of extant or extinct Martian life, and forward and backward contamination are particularly welcome.

A3.5. Small Bodies Missions and TechnologiesThis Session will present the missions and technological aspects related to the exploration of small bodies including a search for pre-biotic signatures.

ChairmenSusan McKenna-LawlorSpace Technology (Ireland) Ltd. – IRELANDEmail: stil@may.ie

Stephan UlamecGerman Aerospace Center (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: stephan.ulamec@dlr.de

A3.4. Space Based AstronomyThis Session is devoted to innovative new ideas and concepts for current and future missions for observing the Universe from space. This session includes the topic of lunar based astronomy.ChairmenRoger MalinaCNRS/Laboratoire d’Astrophysique de Marseille – FRANCEEmail: rfm.space@gmail.com

David KendallCanadian Space Agency – CANADAEmail: david.kendall@asc-csa.gc.ca

RapporteurCarol J. RussoNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Ames Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: carol.russo@nasa.gov

RapporteursMariella GrazianoGMV S.A. – SPAINEmail: m.graziano@gmv.es

Marc D. RaymanJet Propulsion Laboratory - California Institute of Technology – UNITED STATESEmail: mrayman@jpl.nasa.gov

A3.6. Solar System ExplorationThis 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. Papers covering both new mission concepts as well as the associated specific technologies are invited.

ChairmenJunichiro KawaguchiJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: kawaguchi.Junichiro@jaxa.jp

Denis J.P. MouraCNES / ASI – ITALYEmail: denis.moura@asi.it

RapporteursJames MiddletonMDA – CANADAEmail: jim.middleton@mdacorporation.com

William H. SiegfriedThe Boeing Company (retired) – UNITED STATESEmail: wsiegfried@ca.rr.com

ChairmenVincenzo GiorgioThales Alenia Space – ITALYEmail: vincenzo.giorgio@thalesaleniaspace.com

RapporteursMarc D. RaymanJet Propulsion Laboratory - California Institute of Technology – UNITED STATESEmail: mrayman@jpl.nasa.gov

Sylvie EspinasseItalian Space Agency (ASI) – ITALYEmail: sylvie.espinasse@asi.it

A4. 39th SYMPOSIUM ON THE SEARCH FOR EXTRATERRESTRIAL INTELLIGENCE (SETI) – The Next StepsThis symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics deals with the scientific, technical and interdisciplinary aspects of the search for extra-terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) including a discussion of all kinds of contacts. The technical side is not limited to the microwave window, but includes also optical and any kind of radiation. The interdisciplinary aspects include all societal implications, risk communication and philosophical considerations of any kind of discovery or contact.

CoordinatorsSeth ShostakThe SETI Institute — UNITED STATESEmail: seth@seti.org

Claudio MacconeMember of the International Academy of Astronautics – ITALYEmail: clmaccon@libero.it

A5. HUMAN EXPLORATION OF THE MOON AND MARS SYMPOSIUMThis 13th Symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics covers the strategic plans, architectural concepts and technology development for future human exploration of the Solar System.

CoordinatorsChristian SallabergerMDA – CANADAEmail: christian.sallaberger@mdacorporation.com

Wendell MendellNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: wendell.w.mendell@nasa.gov

A4.2. SETI II : SETI and SocietyAll aspects concerning the societal implications of extraterrestrial intelligence are considered, including public reaction to a discovery, risk communication and the possible impacts on society.ChairmenVladimir KopalProfessor at Law , West Bohemen University, Pilsen – CZECH REPUBLIC

Douglas VakochSETI Institute and California Institute of Integral Studies – UNITED STATESEmail: vakoch@seti.org

RapporteurCarol OliverMacquarie University – AUSTRALIAEmail: coliver@els.mq.edu.au

A3.I. Space Exploration Interactive Session on Small Bodies and MarsChairmenStephan UlamecGerman Aerospace Center (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: stephan.ulamec@dlr.de

Susan McKenna-LawlorSpace Technology (Ireland) Ltd. – IRELANDEmail: stil@may.ie

Vincenzo GiorgioThales Alenia Space – ITALYEmail: vincenzo.giorgio@thalesaleniaspace.com

RapporteurWilliam J. O’NeilJet Propulsion Laboratory (retired) – UNITED STATESEmail: woneil4488@earthlink.net

A5.1. Near Term Strategies for Lunar Surface InfrastructureThis session will look at the study of Lunar Surface infrastructure elements to support human exploration from a lunar outpost or sortie missions. Papers are invited to discuss technology roadmaps as well as interfaces to allow international cooperation and lunar surface activies.ChairmenMaria Antonietta PerinoThalesAlenia Space Italia S.p.A. – ITALYEmail: mariaantonietta.perino@thalesaleniaspace.it

Wendell MendellNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: wendell.w.mendell@nasa.gov

RapporteurBernard FoingEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: bernard.foing@esa.int

A5.2. Long Term Scenarios for Human Lunar PresenceMany studies of human lunar return have been conducted in the 35 years since the first Apollo Moon landing. Utilization and colonization of the Moon will require that a long term, sustainable strategy be developed – and followed. In addition, future lunar enterprise must be considered as part of an evolving space infrastructure that can utilize the goods and services stemming from a lunar colony to enhance or enable ever more ambitious human and robotic space exploration goals. This session will address strategic aspects of political, philosophical, legal and commercial “enablers”, including technological road maps and benefits to humanity that might result from human exploration and ultimately colonization. A goal of the session is the advancement of a strategy leading toward self-supporting colonies.ChairmenUwe ApelHochschule Bremen – GERMANYEmail: uapel@fbm.hs-bremen.de

William H. SiegfriedThe Boeing Company (retired) – UNITED STATESEmail: wsiegfried@ca.rr.com

RapporteurNadeem GhafoorMDA – CANADAEmail: nadeem.ghafoor@mdacorporation.com

A5.4. Going Beyond the Earth-Moon system: Human Missions to Mars, Libration points, and NEO’sThis session will explore human missions to destinations beyond the Earth-Moon system. Papers are invited to discuss program architectures and technology roadmaps as well as the issues of scientific and political motivations and international cooperation.

ChairmenErnst MesserschmidUniversity of Stuttgart – GERMANYEmail: messerschmid@irs.uni-stuttgart.de

Genevieve GargirCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: genevieve.gargir@cnes.fr

RapporteurGerhard SchwehmEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – SPAINEmail: gerhard.schwehm@esa.int

A5.3.-B3.6. Joint session on Human and Robotic Partnerships to Realize Space Exploration GoalsThis session seeks papers on new systems and technologies for future human missions to the Moon and Mars, and the role of human and robotic partnerships in areas such as human surface mobility systems (rovers); habitat/infrastructure construction; robotic assistants; and, precursor activities such as sample returns, in-situ plant growth and food and fuel production demonstrations. 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 missions.ChairmenChristian SallabergerMDA – CANADAEmail: christian.sallaberger@mdacorporation.com

Anthony R. GrossNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Ames Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: anthony.r.gross@nasa.gov

RapporteursRainer WillneckerDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: rainer.willnecker@dlr.de

Massimiliano BottaciniThales Alenia Space – ITALYEmail: massimiliano.bottacini@aleniaspazio.it

A4.1. SETI I : SETI Science and TechnologyAll technical aspects involved in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, including current and future search strategies.

ChairmenStelio MontebugnoliINAF - National Institute for Astrophysics – ITALYEmail: s.montebugnoli@ira.inaf.it

Alexander OllongrenLeiden University – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: alexoll@liacs.nl

RapporteurH. Paul ShuchSETI League — UNITED STATESEmail: paul@setileague.org

A6.1. MeasurementsThis session will address advanced ground and space-based measurement techniques, relating processing methods, and results on the derived spatial and temporal distribution of debris and meteoroids.

B1.1. International Cooperation in Earth Observation MissionsFocus is on efforts being made by governments, agencies and society to achieve coordination, cooperation and compatibility in the development of space-based Earth observation systems. Presentations are encouraged which involve cooperative efforts with developing countries. Papers on current and ongoing missions involving coordination among commercial, government and other entities are especially encouraged.

B1.2. Future Earth Observation SystemsEmphasis is on technical descriptions of planned and new space systems and missions for experimental and operational Earth observation. Descriptions of new concepts and innovative Earth observation systems are encouraged.

A6.2. Modelling and Risk AnalysisThis session will address the characterization of the current and future debris population and methods for in-orbit and on-ground risk assessments. The in-orbit analysis will cover collision risk estimates based on statistical population models and deterministic catalogs and active avoidance, including evasive manœuvres.

A6.3. Hypervelocity Impacts and ProtectionThe session will address passive protection, shielding and damage predictions. Shielding aspects will be supported by experimental and computational results of HVI tests.

A6.4. Mitigation, Standards and Legal IssuesThis session will focus on the definition and implementation of debris prevention and reduction measures and vehicle passive protection and shielding. The session will also address space debris mitigation guidelines and standards that exist already or are in preparation at the national or international level, including associated legal issues.

ChairmenEugene StansberyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: eugene.g.stansbery@nasa.gov

ChairmenJohn HusseyThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: john.hussey@aero.org

ChairmenBenoit BoissinCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: benoit.boissin@cnes.fr

ChairmenClare MartinBNSC – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: clare@wnltech.com

ChairmenV. AdimurthyIndian Space Research Organization (ISRO) – INDIAEmail: v_adimurthy@vssc.org

ChairmenJohn HusseyThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: john.hussey@aero.org

Hedley StokesPHS Space Ltd – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: hedley_stokes@msn.com

Pierre RanzoliEumetsat – GERMANYEmail: pierre.ranzoli@eumetsat.int

Gilles CorlayEADS Sodern — FRANCEEmail: gilles.corlay@sodern.fr

Paula H. KriskoESCG/Jacobs Sverdrup – UNITED STATESEmail: paula.krisko-1@nasa.gov

Seishiro KibeAsian Institute of Technology — THAILANDEmail: kibe@ait.ac.th

Fernand AlbyCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: fernand.alby@cnes.fr

RapporteurThomas SchildknechtAstronomical Institute University of Bern (AIUB) – SWITZERLANDEmail: thomas.schildknecht@aiub.unibe.ch

RapporteurBrent SmithNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – UNITED STATESEmail: brent.smith@noaa.gov

RapporteurBruce QuirkUSGS Land Remote Sensing Program – UNITED STATESEmail: quirk@usgs.gov

RapporteurLuciano AnselmoISTI-CNR – ITALYEmail: luciano.anselmo@isti.cnr.it

RapporteurCarsten WiedemannTechnical University of Braunschweig – GERMANYEmail: c.wiedemann@tu-bs.de

RapporteurHeiner KlinkradEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – GERMANYEmail: heiner.klinkrad@esa.int

A6. SPACE DEBRIS SYMPOSIUMThe 8th Symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics will address the complete spectrum of technical issues of space debris: measurements, modelling, risk assessment in space and on the ground, reentry, hypervelocity impacts and protection, mitigation and standards, and Space Surveillance.

B1. EARTH OBSERVATION SYMPOSIUMThis Symposium focuses on space missions which deal with collecting information about the Earth and its environment. Session topics deal with all aspects of Earth Observation missions including the policy and infrastructure of international cooperation and coordination, the emergence of commercial systems to satisfy market needs, the technical descriptions of new missions and sensors to be used, data processing and GIS, environmental applications and global change studies and the use of space-based technologies.

CoordinatorsNicholas L. JohnsonNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: Nicholas.L.Johnson@nasa.gov

CoordinatorsJohn HusseyThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: john.hussey@aero.org

Christophe BonnalCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: christophe.bonnal@cnes.fr

Pierre RanzoliEumetsat – GERMANYEmail: pierre.ranzoli@eumetsat.int

APPLICATIONS AND OPERATIONSOn-going and future operational applications, including Earth observation, communication, navigation, human space endeavours and small satellitesB1 EARTH OBSERVATION SYMPOSIUMB2 SPACE COMMUNICATIONS AND NAVIGATION SYMPOSIUMB3 HUMAN SPACE ENDEAVOURS SYMPOSIUMB4 SMALL SATELLITE MISSIONS SYMPOSIUMB5 SYMPOSIUM ON INTEGRATED APPLICATIONS

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A6.5. Space Surveillance and Space Situational AwarenessThis session will address space surveillance concepts, their implementation and operation, and the establishment and maintenance of space object catalogs.

ChairmenHolger KragESA – ESOC, GermanyEmail: holger.krag@esa.int

Vladimir AgapovKeldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics, RAS – RUSSIAEmail: avm@kiam1.rssi.ru

RapporteurMark J. MatneyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: mark.matney-1@nasa.gov

B1.3. Earth Observation Sensors & TechnologyFocus is on sensors now being developed or tested for all aspects of Earth observation. Particular emphasis is on new sensors for meeting the growing demand of user markets.

B1.4. Earth Observation Data Management SystemsEarth Observation Data Acquisition, Communication, Processing, Dissemination and Archiving.

B1.5. Earth Observation Applications and Economic BenefitsEarth Observation value-added products.

B1.6. GEOSS and Carbon Monitoring from SpaceFocus is on early results from JAXA’s Greenhouse Gases Observing Satellite (GOSAT) and NASA’s plans for a carbon observing mission and on the status of carbon monitoring and related climate and energy issues being addressed within the Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS).

ChairmenAndrew CourtTNO – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: andy.court@tno.nl

ChairmenBruce QuirkUSGS Land Remote Sensing Program – UNITED STATESEmail: quirk@usgs.gov

ChairmenLuigi Bussolino– ITALYEmail: luigi.bussolino@virgilio.it

ChairmenBrent SmithNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – UNITED STATESEmail: brent.smith@noaa.gov

Yean Joo ChongNational University of Singapore – REP. OF SINGAPOREEmail: y.j.chong@alumni.nus.edu.sg

Carlo UlivieriUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: ulivieri@psm.uniroma1.it

Paul KamounThalesAlenia Space – FRANCEEmail: paul.kamoun@thalesaleniaspace.com

Graham GibbsCanadian Embassy — UNITED STATESEmail: graham.gibbs@asc-csa.gc.ca

RapporteurLuigi Bussolino– ITALYEmail: luigi.bussolino@virgilio.it

RapporteurPierre RanzoliEumetsat – GERMANYEmail: pierre.ranzoli@eumetsat.int

RapporteurYean Joo ChongNational University of Singapore – REP. OF SINGAPOREEmail: y.j.chong@alumni.nus.edu.sg

RapporteurPaul KamounThalesAlenia Space – FRANCEEmail: paul.kamoun@thalesaleniaspace.com

B1.I. Interactive Session on Earth ObservationChairmanAndrew CourtTNO – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: andy.court@tno.nl

B2.1. Advanced SystemsAdvanced satellite communications and system will be presented.

ChairmenRobert PrevauxSpace Systems/Loral – UNITED STATESEmail: prevaux.robert@ssd.loral.com

Ryutaro SuzukiAdvanced Telecommunications Research Institute International – JAPANEmail: ryutaro@nict.go.jp

RapporteurTakashi IidaNational Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) – JAPANEmail: iida.takashi@nict.go.jp

B2.2. Fixed and Broadcast CommunicationsAdvances in fixed and broadcast systems will be presented, including Ka frquency band systems, television and radio direct-to-user systems and related satellite technology improvements.ChairmenOtto KoudelkaGraz University of Technology – AUSTRIAEmail: koudelka@tugraz.at

Corinne JorgensonAdvancing Space Consulting Group – UNITED STATESEmail: cmj@advancingspace.com

RapporteurBeom Heo MoonKorea Aerospace Research Institute – KOREA, REPUBLIC OFEmail: hmb@kari.re.kr

B2.3. Mobile Satellite CommunicationsNew and emerging technologies for mobile and personal satellite communications will be presented.

ChairmenRobert BriskmanSirius XM Radio – UNITED STATESEmail: rbriskman@siriusradio.com

Jean-Paul AguttesCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: jean-paul.aguttes@cnes.fr

RapporteurDesaraju VenugopalAdvanced Space Technologies and Services – INDIAEmail: dvenugopal53@yahoo.com

B2. SPACE COMMUNICATIONS AND NAVIGATION SYMPOSIUMThis Symposium on space communications and navigation examines developments in technology, applications and systems as they relate to fixed and mobile communications services, satellite broadcasting, position determination, navigation and timing, and interactive multimedia provision.CoordinatorsJoe M. StrausThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: joe.m.straus@aero.org

Otto KoudelkaGraz University of Technology — AUSTRIAEmail: koudelka@tugraz.at

B2.4. Space Navigation Systems and ServicesNew and emerging systems for satellite-based position, navigation and timin will be presented, including end user applications.

ChairmenCalin RosettiInternational Academy of Astronautics – FRANCEEmail: calinrosetti@hotmail.com

Rita LollockThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: rita.m.lollock@aero.org

RapporteurCédric BaltyThales Alenia Space – FRANCEEmail: cedric.balty@alcatelaleniaspace.com

B2.5. Near-Earth and Interplanetary CommunicationsThis session addresses systems with relative motion between space and ground segments operating in both near-earth and interplanetary enviroments, with particular regard to their unique concepts, techniques and technologies.ChairmenManfred WittigEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: manfred.wittig@esa.int

Christopher CroomSirius Satellite Radio – UNITED STATESEmail: ccroom@siriusradio.com

RapporteurRamon P. De PaulaNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATESEmail: rdepaula@hq.nasa.gov

B2.6. Advanced TechnologiesNew and promising space communication and navigation technologies will be presented, as applied to existing and developing systems.

B3.5. Astronauts: Those Who Make it HappenThis session is designed to review and discuss issues related to a key element of Human missions; the Astronauts. Papers are solicited covering topics such as how to select astronauts, astronaut safety, decision-making process during spaceflight, actions at contingency situations on board, functional roles and responsibilities of crewmembers and Mission Control Center, physical and cognitive impacts of long duration spaceflight, extravehicular activity and space vehicle maintenance, astronaut as a researcher and test-pilot in space, design and utilization of suits and tools, recreation and entertainment in weightlessness, astronaut’s roles and challenges in surface operations (Moon, Mars and other planets), astronaut’s involvement in space program development (DDT&E), and considerations for the international nature of the crews.

ChairmenEdward W. AshfordAshford Aerospace Consulting – UNITED STATESEmail: ed.ashford@eashford.com

ChairmenIgor SorokinS.P. Korolev Rocket and Space Corporation Energia – RUSSIAEmail: igor.v.sorokin@gmail.com

MG ChandrasekharDEVAS Multi Media Pvt Ltd., – UNITED STATESEmail: drchandramg@yahoo.co.in

Alan T. DeLunaUnited Space Alliance – UNITED STATESEmail: alan.t.deluna@usa-spaceops.com

RapporteurElemer BertenyiE. Bertenyi & Associates Inc. – CANADAEmail: bertenyi@magma.ca

B3.1. Overview Session (Present and Near-Term Human Space Flight Programs)This session provides the forum for “Overview” papers and presentations on present and evolving Human Space programs in Low Earth Orbit and on the Moon. It is anticipated that this Session will include the current status of the International Space Station, the future plans of those nations with an autonomous, or evolving, human space flight program and the spacecraft being developed to support them, and other human space flight programs including those under development as commercial ventures. Technical papers to be presented are expected to portray the latest development of these programs.ChairmenGraham GibbsCanadian Embassy – UNITED STATESEmail: graham.gibbs@asc-csa.gc.ca

Terrence G. ReeseNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATESEmail: terry.reese-1@nasa.gov

RapporteurRainer WillneckerDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: rainer.willnecker@dlr.de

B3.2. How Can We Best Apply Our Experience to Future Human Missions?This session shall provide a forum for the exchange of the experience of previous human spaceflight missions like Apollo, Soyuz, Mir, Space Shuttle and ISS, and provide insight how this information can be best used for designing future missions. Technical papers to be presented are expected to show the direct relationship between past missions and their potential influence on newly designed missions. Special attention will be given to cost reduction efforts with enhanced crew and vehicle safety.

ChairmenDieter SabathDLR GSOC – GERMANYEmail: dieter.sabath@dlr.de

Sergey K. ShaevichKhrunichev State Research & Production – RUSSIAEmail: shaevichs@khrunichev.com

RapporteurGene RiceRWI - Rice Wigbels Int’l – UNITED STATESEmail: gene.rice@cox.net

B3.3. ISS Operations and UtilizationThis session provides the opportunity for papers to address operational, utilization and logistics issues currently experienced on the International Space Station.ChairmenCarlo MirraEADS Astrium – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: carlo.mirra@astrium.eads.net

Maria Stella LavitolaThalesAlenia Space Italia S.p.A. – ITALYEmail: mariastella.lavitola@thalesaleniaspace.com

RapporteurHiroyuki OgoJapan Manned Space Systems Co. (JAMSS) – JAPANEmail: ogo@jamss.co.jp

B3.4.-B6.6. Sustainable Utilization of the ISS Beyond 2015 – Joint session of the Human Space Endeavours and Space Operations SymposiaThis session will address key challenges related to extending the life of the International Space Station beyond the year 2015. Topics to be discussed include cost reduction for affordability, high-value scientific and industrial utilization, exploration test bed applications, and geopolitical value as a tool for promoting international cooperation.ChairmenPaul EckertThe Boeing Company – UNITED STATESEmail: paul.a.eckert@boeing.com

Helmut LuttmannAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: helmut.luttmann@astrium.eads.net

RapporteurRachid AmekraneEADS Astrium GmbH – GERMANYEmail: rachid.amekrane@astrium.eads.net

RapporteurTai NakamuraJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: nakamura.tai@jaxa.jp

B3.7. Enablers for the Future Human MissionsThis session is designed to examine the potential evolution of key elements of future Human missions, especially those driven by affordability and sustainability requirements. Papers are solicited that address how to shape the future of technologies, logistics, processes, procedures, etc. to enable future human space mission objectives that will include exploration, commercial initiatives, tourism, and industrial processes.ChairmenTodd FoxOdyssey Space Research – UNITED STATESEmail: tfox@odysseysr.com

Genevieve GargirCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: genevieve.gargir@cnes.fr

RapporteursGi-Hyuk ChoiKARI (Korea Aerospace Research Institute) – KOREA, REPUBLIC OFEmail: gchoi@kari.re.kr

B3.8. IISL Joint session on Policy and Law of Human Space MissionsThis session, invites discussions around topics related to the political and legal aspects of international collaboration in future human space missions and programmes such as the ISS lifetime extension, post ISS activities in LEO or the Lunar Exploration. The session shall provide a forum to discuss the required regulatory framework to establish these programmes through development and operation phases. In addition, will review international policies in current collaborative programmes such as the ISS and lessons learned from past collaborative programmes such as Interkosmos or the Shuttle-Spacelab programme may be addressed.

ChairmenCristian BankAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: cristian.bank@astrium.eads.net

Lesley Jane SmithLeuphana University of Lьneburg/ Weber-Steinhaus & Smith – GERMANYEmail: ljsmith@barkhof.uni-bremen.de

RapporteursMark HempsellReaction Engines Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: mark.hempsell@reactionengines.co.uk

B3.6.-A5.3 Joint session on Human and Robotic Partnerships to Realize Space Exploration GoalsThis session seeks papers on new systems and technologies for future human missions to the Moon and Mars, and the role of human and robotic partnerships in areas such as human surface mobility systems (rovers); habitat/infrastructure construction; robotic assistants; and, precursor activities such as sample returns, in-situ plant growth and food and fuel production demonstrations. 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 missions.ChairmenAnthony R. GrossNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Ames Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: anthony.r.gross@nasa.gov

Christian SallabergerMDA – CANADAEmail: christian.sallaberger@mdacorporation.com

RapporteursLuigi D’EmilianoALTEC S.p.A. – ITALYEmail: demiliano.luigi@spacegate-altec.it

Massimiliano BottaciniThales Alenia Space – ITALYEmail: massimiliano.bottacini@aleniaspazio.it

B3. HUMAN SPACE ENDEAVOURS SYMPOSIUMThis symposium addresses all aspects of human space endeavours including the design, development, operations, utilization and future plans of space missions involving humans. The scope covers past, present and future space endeavours.CoordinatorsMag IskanderMDA – CANADAEmail: mag.iskander@mdacorporation.com

Carlo MirraEADS Astrium – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: carlo.mirra@astrium.eads.net

CoordinatorsRhoda Shaller HornsteinNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: rhoda.s.hornstein@nasa.gov

Alex da Silva CurielSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: a.da-silva-curiel@sstl.co.uk

B4. SMALL SATELLITE MISSIONS SYMPOSIUMThis Symposium, organised by the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), addresses Small Satellite programmes for Commerce and Science & Technology, encompassing space science, earth observation, and exploration missions; and focusing on results achieved, as well as plans for new missions. The Symposium also addresses five areas across the entire spectrum of small satellite missions – design and technology, cross-platform compatibility, planning for and executing cost-effective operations, affordable and reliable space access, and implementing small satellite programmes in developing countries.

B4.1. 11th UN/IAA Workshop on Small Satellite Programmes at the Service of Developing CountriesThis workshop is organized jointly by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UN/OOSA) 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. The workshop shall also review benefits of international cooperation and transferring technology and lessons learned from space developed countries.

B4.2. Small Space Science MissionsThis session will address the current and near-term approved small missions whose objective is to achieve scientific 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.

B4.3. Small Satellite OperationsThis session covers the planning for, and execution of, cost-effective approaches for Small Satellite Operations, with emphasis on new missions with new models of operation. 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 general purposes, please refer to B6.

B4.4. Small Satellites Potential for Future Integrated Applications and ServicesThis session seeks contributions that address new satellite missions, instruments, lessons learned, or plans for future small satellites, instruments, or missions. Small satellite missions are found in an ever widening range of disciplines – these missions cover the gamut from astronomy to earth sciences. Data from space missions are collected and distributed through space and ground-based systems. The goal of an integrated system is to provide the right information at the right place and at the right time in a cost-effective manner. Including a space-based element in an integrated application may enable that application, or even provide a unique and powerful enhancement to the services provided. Contributions that address the need to go beyond the traditional mission oriented (or vertical) organization and provide a service that integrates information from ground and space-based sources (the horizontal or distributed domain) are particularly encouraged. For general purposes, please refer to B5.

B4.5. Access to Space for Small Satellite MissionsA key challenge facing the viability and growth of the small satellite community is affordable and reliable space access. This is achieved through dedicated launches, ride-shares, piggyback launches, and spacecraft propulsion technologies to reach final operational orbit. Topics of interest for this session include utilization of dedicated launches, ride-share systems, auxiliary payload systems, separation and dispenser systems, and small spacecraft sub-system development that will enable efficient small satellite access to space and orbit change (e.g., propulsion systems). Includes lessons learned from users on technical and programmatic approaches. For a discussion of small launchers concepts and operations, please refer to session D2.7.”

B4.6A. Design and Technology for Small SatellitesThis session covers the design and technology required and developed for Small Satellites (typical mass 10-100 kg) and small satellite systems. Real-life examples are particularly encouraged, both recently launched and shortly to be launched (next 3 years).

B4.7. Space Systems and Architectures Featuring Cross-Platform CompatibilityIdeas are solicited for Modular, Reconfigurable, Adaptable systems (spacecraft, ground systems and networks) that feature cross-platform compatibility. Applications are sought in Science, Exploration, Commerce, and other areas requiring fast system design, build, integration, test and flight. System-enabling plug-and-play interface definitions (mechanical, electrical, software and fluids) are particularly desirable. For general purposes, please refer to D1.

ChairmenSias MostertSpace Commercial Services Holdings (Pty) Ltd – SOUTH AFRICAEmail: sias.mostert@spacecommercialservices.com

ChairmenStamatios KrimigisThe John Hopkins University – UNITED STATESEmail: tom.krimigis@jhuapl.edu

ChairmenPeter M. AllanRutherford Appleton Laboratory – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: peter.allan@stfc.ac.uk

ChairmenLarry PaxtonThe John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: larry.paxton@jhuapl.edu

ChairmenAlex da Silva CurielSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: a.da-silva-curiel@sstl.co.uk

ChairmenRichard HoldawayRutherford Appleton Laboratory – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: richard.holdaway@stfc.ac.uk

ChairmenJaime EsperNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: jaime.esper@nasa.gov

Sergei ChernikovUnited Nations Office at Vienna – AUSTRIAEmail: sergei.chernikov@unvienna.org

Denis J.P. MouraCNES / ASI – ITALYEmail: denis.moura@asi.it

Karen McBrideNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: kmcbride@nasa.gov

Amnon GinatiEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: amnon.ginati@esa.int

Jeffery EmdeeThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: emdee@aero.org

Philip DaviesSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: p.davies@sstl.co.uk

Marco D’ErricoSeconda Universita’ di Napoli – ITALYEmail: marco.derrico@unina2.it

RapporteursPetr LalaCzech Space Office – CZECH REPUBLICEmail: petr@lala-web.cz

RapporteurKlaus BriessTechnische Universität Berlin – GERMANYEmail: klaus.briess@ilr.tu-berlin.de

B4.6B. Design and Technology for Nano-Sats and Cube-SatsThis session covers the design and technology required and developed for Nano/Cube Satellites (typical mass less than 10 kg) and nano/cube satellite systems. Real-life examples are particularly encouraged, both recently and shortly to be launched (next 3 years).

ChairmenRichard HoldawayRutherford Appleton Laboratory – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: richard.holdaway@stfc.ac.uk

Philip DaviesSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: p.davies@sstl.co.uk

RapporteurPeter MendhamUniversity of Dundee – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: peter@star-dundee.com

Pierre Molette– FRANCEEmail: pierre.molette@wanadoo.fr

B5.1. Integrated Applications End-to-End SolutionsThe session will be a forum for end-to-end solutions, including case studies, proof-of-concept missions, and current projects that provide, or could provide, innovative user-driven solutions. Applications that combine ground- and space-based data sources with models to address specific user requirements will be presented. These examples can cover a variety of domains, like disaster management, food security, space situational awareness, transportation, health, disaster monitoring, etc. The user needs, the structure of the user communities, the value chain, the business case, the sustainability of the solutions are among the many aspects that can be considered.

B6.1. Human Spaceflight Operations ConceptsThis session focuses on the operations concepts which are unique to human spaceflight. Papers may address any phase in the entire mission lifecycle from concept development, to ground operations, to in flight (vehicle and ground segments), to recovery and post mission analysis.

B6.2. New Operations ConceptsOperations costs often become the constraining factor for a mission – especially long duration missions. This session addresses concepts for operating new types of missions, improving mission output in quality and quantity, as well as reducing costs in the commercial, governmental, and academic, market segments space enterprises.

B6.3. Training Relevant for Operations, including Human SpaceflightThis session addresses the broad topic of training. It includes training of ground operations, flight control, and flight personnel. It also includes training requirements and plans for newcomers in the operations domain.

B6.4. Operations Practices in the Commercial Space SectorBusiness necessities, market forces, and risk acceptance all drive operations concepts and practices in the commercial space sector. This session explores operations practices related to commercial ground systems, launch vehicles, and spacecraft. It targets both mature commercial (such as satellite operations) and emerging commercial space providers, including space tourism.

B5.2. Tools and Technology in Support of Integrated ApplicationsThe session will focus on specific tools and technology in support of integrated applications and adress the various issues associated with the design of systems, the kind of data they collect, how they collect data, and how the data are integrated and distributed to address key user needs. Possible topics include: ground-truthing of data; innovative, low-cost tools for data distribution and access; new ways of distributing integrated data products; data visualization tools especially those using COTS systems; managing integrated applications programs; education and outreach for integrated programs; etc..

ChairmenLarry PaxtonThe John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: larry.paxton@jhuapl.edu

ChairmenBob ChessonEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: bob.chesson@esa.int

ChairmenThomas KuchDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: thomas.kuch@dlr.de

ChairmenMichael McKayEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – GERMANYEmail: michael.mckay@esa.int

ChairmenZeina MounzerVEGA Deutschland GmbH & Co, KG – GERMANYEmail: zeina.mounzer@vega.de

ChairmenMax GrimardAstrium SAS France – FRANCEEmail: max.grimard@astrium.eads.net

Charlotte MathieuESA – FRANCEEmail: charlotte.mathieu@esa.int

Mario CardanoThales Alenia Space – ITALYEmail: mario.cardano@thalesaleniaspace.com

Neal HammondUnited Space Alliance – UNITED STATESEmail: neal.hammond@usa-spaceops.com

John AuburnVEGA Group – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: john.auburn@vega.co.uk

Alan T. DeLunaUnited Space Alliance – UNITED STATESEmail: alan.t.deluna@usa-spaceops.com

Boris PenneOHB-System AG – GERMANYEmail: penne@ohb-system.de

RapporteurAmnon GinatiEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: amnon.Ginati@esa.int

RapporteurMichael McKayEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – GERMANYEmail: michael.mckay@esa.int

RapporteurMasaaki KomatsuJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: komatsu.masaaki@jaxa.jp

RapporteurAdam WilliamsEuropean Space Agency – GERMANYEmail: adam.williams@esa.int

RapporteurGlen StrommeUnited Space Alliance, LLC – UNITED STATESEmail: glen.p.stromme@usa-spaceops.com

RapporteurLarry PaxtonThe John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: larry.paxton@jhuapl.edu

B4.8. Hitchhiking to the MoonThe next few decades involve a dramatically increased interest in lunar exploration for the purpose of developing a permanent human and robotic presence on the Moon, both for science and space exploration objectives. This renewed interest is broad and international, involving space agencies from the USA, Europe, China, India, Japan, Russia, Germany, UK, and others. Recently, ISRO’s Chandrayaan spacecraft offered its platform as an opportunity to fly international instruments to the Moon; NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) spacecraft provided an opportunity for a secondary payload to the Moon, in the form of the LCROSS lunar impactor mission. In the future, it is expected that there will be more opportunities for ride-sharing or secondary or tertiary payload opportunities to be flown to the Moon. This session provides a forum for the exchange of ideas for such small payloads to be demonstrated at the Moon, by ‘Hitch-hiking a ride’ to the Moon. Examples of such payloads or missions include: micro-spacecraft orbiters, CubeSats, small probes, penetrators, micro-landers, hard-landers, micro-rovers, secondary payload surface science instruments, distributed network landers, and many more. The focus of this session is on mission concepts, technology readiness and ride-sharing requirements.

ChairmenLeon AlkalaiNASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: leon.alkalai@jpl.nasa.gov

Rene LauferBAYLOR UNIVERSITY – UNITED STATESEmail: rene_laufer@baylor.edu

RapporteurAdam M. BakerSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: a.baker@sstl.co.uk

CoordinatorsAmnon GinatiEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: amnon.Ginati@esa.int

CoordinatorsNeal HammondUnited Space Alliance – UNITED STATESEmail: neal.hammond@usa-spaceops.com

Max GrimardAstrium SAS France – FRANCEEmail: max.grimard@astrium.eads.net

Manfred WarhautEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – GERMANYEmail: manfred.warhaut@esa.int

B5. SYMPOSIUM ON INTEGRATED APPLICATIONSThis symposium will address various aspects of integrated applications. Integrated applications combine different space systems (Earth observation, navigation, telecommunication, etc) with airborne and ground-based systems to deliver solutions to local, national and global needs. They exploit the synergies between different data sources to provide the right information at the right time to the right user in a cost-effective manner and deliver the data to users in a readily usable form. The goal of the symposium is to enable the development of end-to-end solutions by connecting the communities that are driving toward end-to-end solutions with those that are developing enabling technologies for integrated applications. For the purposes related to the small satellites, please refer also to the session.

B6. SPACE OPERATIONS SYMPOSIUMThe Space Operations Symposium addresses operations concepts and cost reductions, and training. The topics address all aspects of manned and un-manned space operations from low-earth and geosynchronous orbit, to lunar and planetary missions as well as supporting ground systems and new space initiatives. For the papers dedicated to the small satellites, please refer also to the session B4.3.

B6.5. Flight Control Operations Virtual ForumThis session is a virtual forum (not a paper session) co-sponsored by the Space Operations Committee and the Workforce Development/Young Professionals Program Committee. The forum targets hands-on flight control/operations personnel from multiple international organizations with objectives of sharing best practices, lessons learned, and issues.

ChairmenKathleen CoderreLockheed Martin Space and Science Solutions – UNITED STATESEmail: kathleen.m.coderre@lmco.com

Tom UhligDLR – GERMANYEmail: thomas.uhlig@dlr.de

B6.6.-B3.4. Sustainable Utilization of the ISS Beyond 2015 - Joint Session of the Human Space Endeavors and Space Operations SymposiaThis session will address key challenges related to extending the life of the International Space Station beyond the year 2015. Topics to be discussed include cost reduction for affordability, high-value scientific and industrial utilization, exploration test bed applications, and geopolitical value as a tool for promoting international cooperation.ChairmenPaul EckertThe Boeing Company – UNITED STATESEmail: paul.a.eckert@boeing.com

Helmut LuttmannAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: helmut.luttmann@astrium.eads.net

RapporteurRachid AmekraneEADS Astrium GmbH – GERMANYEmail: rachid.amekrane@astrium.eads.net

TECHNOLOGYOn-going and future operational applications, including Earth observation, communication, navigation, human space endeavours and small satellitesC1 ASTRODYNAMICS SYMPOSIUMC2 MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES SYMPOSIUMC3 SPACE POWER SYMPOSIUMC4 SPACE PROPULSION SYMPOSIUM

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C1.4. Attitude DynamicsThis theme discusses advances in spacecraft attitude dynamics and control, as well as attitude sensors and actuators. The theme also covers dynamics and control of multiple interconnected rigid and flexible bodies including tethered systems and space robots. (3 sessions)

C1.9. Mission Design, Operations and OptimizationThis theme covers design, operations and optimization of earth-orbiting and interplanetary missions, with emphasis on studies and experiences related to current and future missions. (2 sessions)

ChairmenAnna GuermanUniversity of Beira Interior – PORTUGALEmail: anna@ubi.pt

ChairmenNicolas BerendOffice National d’Etudes et de Recherches Aérospatiales (ONERA) – FRANCEEmail: nicolas.berend@onera.fr

Kazuo YoshidaKeio University – JAPANEmail: yoshida@sd.keio.ac.jp

Hyochoong BangKAIST- Korea, Republic ofEmail: hcbang@ascl.kaist.ac.kr

Saburo MatunagaTokyo Institute of Technology – JAPANEmail: matunaga.saburo@mes.titech.ac.jp

Eberhard GillDelft University of Technology – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: e.k.a.gill@tudelft.nl

Andre MazzoleniNorth Carolina State University – UNITED STATESEmail: apmazzol@ncsu.edu

Yury RazoumnyBauman Moscow State Technical University – RUSSIAEmail: yr@viaspace.ru

Gerard Gomez MuntanéUniversity of Barcelona – SPAINEmail: gerard@maia.ub.es

Michèle LavagnaPolitecnico di Milano – ITALYEmail: lavagna@aero.polimi.it

C1. ASTRODYNAMICS SYMPOSIUMThis symposium addresses major advances and breakthroughs in the field of Astrodynamics: orbital mechanics, attitude dynamics, guidance, navigation, and control of single or multi-spacecraft systems as well as space robotics, including mission design, operations and optimization.CoordinatorsErick LansardThalesAlenia Space — FRANCEEmail: erick.lansard@thalesaleniaspace.com

Arun MisraMcGill University – CANADAEmail: arun.misra@mcgill.ca

C2. MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES SYMPOSIUMThis Symposium provides an international forum for recent advancements in assessment of the latest technology achievements on space structures, structural dynamics, and materials. The Symposium addresses the design and development of space vehicle structures and mechanical/thermal/fluidic systems. Future advances in a number of space systems applications for space power, space transportation, astrodynamics, space exploration, space propulsion, and space station will depend increasingly on the successful application of innovative materials and the development of structural concepts – particularly those relating to very large deployable (and assembled) space structures. For these applications to occur, increased interaction between these technology communities, and collaboration among technologists and mission planners needs to be pursued. Substantial improvements are essential in a wide range of current technologies, including nanotechnologies, to reduce projected costs and increase potential scientific returns from respective mission system applications. Papers in this symposium will review the projected advances in materials and space structures in this domain for advanced space systems applications.CoordinatorsConstantinos P. StavrinidisEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: constantinos.stavrinidis@esa.int

Pavel M. TrivailoRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) – AUSTRALIAEmail: trivailo@rmit.edu.au

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C1.7. Guidance, Navigation, and ControlThe emphasis of this theme is on the studies and application related to the guidance, navigation and control of earth-orbiting and interplanetary spacecraft and rockets, including rendezvous and docking. (2 sessions)ChairmenBrij AgrawalNaval Postgraduate School – UNITED STATESEmail: agrawal@nps.edu

Uwe FeuchtEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – GERMANYEmail: uwe.feucht@esa.int

Alfred NgCanadian Space Agency – CANADAEmail: alfred.ng@asc-csa.gc.ca

Narayanasetti Venkata VighnesamIndian Space Research Organization (ISRO) – INDIAEmail: vignes@isac.gov.in

ChairmenJ.P. BerthiasCNES – FRANCEEmail: jean-paul.berthias@cnes.fr

Gianmarco RadiceUniversity of Glasgow – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: gradice@aero.gla.ac.uk

Jeng-Shing ChernCHINA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY – TAIWAN, CHINAEmail: jschern@cc.hc.chit.edu.tw

Paolo TeofilattoUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: paolo.teofilatto@uniroma1.it

David C. FoltaNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Goddard space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: david.c.folta@nasa.gov

Filippo GrazianiUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: filippo.graziani@uniroma1.it

C1.1. Orbital DynamicsThis theme discusses advances in orbital dynamics, orbit determination, and orbit control. It includes orbital dynamics associated with constellations and formation flying. (3 sessions)C1.2.

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C2.I. Interactive Session on Materials and StructuresChairmenMichael J. EidenEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: michael.eiden@esa.int

C2.2. Space Structures II – Development and Verification (Deployable and Dimensionally Stable Structures)The topics to be addressed include evaluation of analysis versus test results for deployable and dimensionally stable structures e.g. reflectors, telescopes, antennas; examination of both on-ground and in-orbit testing, thermal distortion and shape control, structural design, development and verification; lessons learned.ChairmenPaolo GasbarriUniversitа di Roma “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: paolo.gasbarri@uniroma1.it

Jean-Alain MassoniThalesAlenia Space – FRANCEEmail: jean-alain.massoni@thalesaleniaspace.com

RapporteurPierre RochusCentre Spatial de Liège – BELGIUMEmail: prochus@ulg.ac.be

C2.3. Space Structures – Dynamics and MicrodynamicsThe topics to be addressed include dynamics analysis and testing, modal identification, landing and impact dynamics, pyroshock, test facilities, vibration suppression techniques, damping, micro-dynamics, in-orbit dynamic environment, wave structural propagation, excitation sources and in-orbit dynamic testing.ChairmenPeter M. BainumHoward University – UNITED STATESEmail: pbainum@fac.howard.edu

Ijar M. Da FonsecaInstituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais (INPE) - MCT – BRAZILEmail: ijar@dem.inpe.br

RapporteurHarijono DjojodihardjoUniversitas Al Azhar Indonesia — INDONESIAEmail: harijono@djojodihardjo.com

C2.4. New Materials and Structural ConceptsThe topics to be addressed include advanced materials and structural concepts of space vehicles of expendable and future reusable transportation systems. Space vehicle structural applications of high temperature and cryogenic materials, nano-materials, advanced composites, ceramics, and high temperature superconducting materials are areas of particular interestChairmenMarc LacosteSnecma Propulsion Solide – FRANCEEmail: marc.lacoste@snecma.fr

Yuriy MoshnenkoYuzhnoye State Design Office – UKRAINEEmail: info@yuzhnoye.com

RapporteurLuigi ScatteiaC.I.R.A. Italian Aerospace Research Centre – ITALYEmail: l.scatteia@cira.it

C2.5. Smart Materials and Adaptive StructuresThe 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.

ChairmenMichael J. EidenEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: michael.eiden@esa.int

Junjiro OnodaJapan Society for Aeronautics and Space Sciences (JSASS) – JAPANEmail: onoda.junjiro@jaxa.jp

RapporteurPaolo GaudenziUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: paolo.gaudenzi@uniroma1.it

C2.6. Space Environmental Effects and Spacecraft ProtectionThe focus of the session will be on space environmental effects and spacecraft 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 will be covered. For complementary purposes, please refer to session D5.3.

ChairmenMinoo DastoorNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATESEmail: minoo.n.dastoor@nasa.gov

Akira MeguroMusashi Institute of Technology – JAPANEmail: ameguro@sc.musashi-tech.ac.jp

RapporteurGiuliano MarinoCIRA Italian Aerospace Research Centre – ITALYEmail: g.marino@cira.it

C2.7. Space Vehicles – Mechanical/Thermal/Fluidic SystemsThe topics to be addressed include novel technical concepts for mechanical/thermal/fluidic systems and subsystems of launchers, manned and unmanned spacecraft, 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 space vehicle development with respect to engineering analysis, manufacturing, and test verification.

ChairmenOleg AlifanovMoscow Aviation Institute – RUSSIAEmail: oleg.alifanov@cosmos.com.ru

Mario MarchettiUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: mario.marchetti@uniroma1.it

RapporteurGuoliang MaoBeijing Institute of Aerodynamics – CHINAEmail: glmao@sina.com

C2.8. Specialized Technologies, including NanotechnologySpecialized 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.

ChairmenMario MarchettiUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: mario.marchetti@uniroma1.it

Pierre RochusCentre Spatial de Liège – BELGIUMEmail: prochus@ulg.ac.be

RapporteurPavel M. TrivailoRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) – AUSTRALIAEmail: trivailo@rmit.edu.au

C2.1. Space Structures I – Development and Verification (Space Vehicles and Components)The topics to be addressed include evaluation of analysis versus test results, spacecraft and launch vehicles system and subsystems e.g. pressurized structures, tanks, loads introduction, primary structures, fluidic equipment, control surfaces; examination of both on-ground and in-orbit testing, launch dynamic environment as related to structural design, space vehicles development and launch verification such as sine, random and acoustic vibration testing, and lessons learned.

ChairmenAlwin EisenmannMT Aerospace Satellite Products Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: alwin.eisenmann@mt-aerospace.de

Andreas RittwegerEADS Astrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: andreas.rittweger@astrium.eads.net

RapporteurJean-Alain MassoniThalesAlenia Space – FRANCEEmail: jean-alain.massoni@thalesaleniaspace.com

C3.4. Space Power Experiments Applications and BenefitsDiverse new power technologies must be developed and validated to meet emerging high power spacecraft needs. This session will discuss new demonstration results, flight experiments and the benefits of spin-off technologies.ChairmenIvan BekeyBekey Designs, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: ibekey@cox.net

Frank SteinsiekAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: frank.steinsiek@astrium.eads.net

RapporteursNobuyuki KayaKobe University – JAPANEmail: kaya@kobe-u.ac.jp

John Mankins– UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

C4.1. Propulsion Systems IThis session is dedicated to all aspects of Liquid Rocket Engines.ChairmenMax CalabroThe Inner Arch – FRANCEEmail: max.calabro@innerarch.eu

Vladimir PrisniakovAcademy of Sciences of Ukraine – UKRAINEEmail: vol_prisn@optima.com.ua

RapporteurWalter ZinnerEADS Astrium GmbH – GERMANYEmail: walter.zinner@astrium.eads.net

C3. SPACE POWER SYMPOSIUMThe successful future exploration and development of space depends on the research into and deployment of new, more affordable and more reliable energy sources of diverse types ranging from the very small to the extraordinarily large. Moreover, the continuing support of government‐sponsored space activities by the public will require that these activities serve human needs in obvious ways. One visionary way to achieve the latter goal is to provide non‐polluting, economical power to the Earth from space. The Space Power Symposium will thus address space power systems for use in space and on Earth. It will include topics such as nuclear systems for spacecraft power and propulsion; systems using solar energy; and matters of storage, energy management, conversion, transmission and distribution. The Symposium will also examine the prospects for using space‐based energy on the Earth and the use of key enabling technologies such as wireless power transmission for both space and terrestrial applications. The preliminary results of the IAA study on solar energy from space will be presented.

CoordinatorsJohn Mankins– UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

C4.2. Propulsion Systems IIThis session is dedicated to all aspects of Solid and Hybrid Propulsion.ChairmenJean-Francois GuerySNPE Materiaux Energetiques – FRANCEEmail: jf.guery@snpe.com

I-Shih ChangThe Aerospace Corporation — UNITED STATESEmail: i-shih.chang@aero.org

RapporteurGennaro RussoCIRA Italian Aerospace Research Centre – ITALYEmail: g.russo@cira.it

C4.3. Propulsion TechnologyThis session includes all science and technology supporting all aspects of space propulsion.ChairmenJohn HarlowConsultant – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: john@jharlow.fsnet.co.uk

RapporteurAlain MercierSnecma Propulsion Solide – FRANCEEmail: alain.mercier@snecma.fr

C4.4. Electric PropulsionThis session is dedicated to all aspects of electric propulsion technologies, systems and applications.ChairmenGarri A. PopovRIAME – RUSSIAEmail: riame@sokol.ru

Richard BlottSpace Enterprise Partnerships Limited – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: rjb@space-enterprise-partnerships.com

RapporteurRafael SpearsL-3 Communications – UNITED STATESEmail: rafael.spears@l-3com.com

C3.1. Joint Session with IAA Commission 3 (Space Technology & System Development) on “Solar Energy From Space”This session will introduce the major study of the International Academy of Astronautics on “Solar energy from space” – its goals, study areas, organization and planned output. It will report on progress in the various study areas and seek discussion and comments that could be helpful in reaching the most useful conclusions and recommandations.ChairmenNobuyuki KayaKobe University – JAPANEmail: kaya@kobe-u.ac.jp

John Mankins– UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

RapporteursJoe T. HowellNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – USAEmail: joe.howell@nasa.gov

Leopold SummererEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: leopold.summerer@esa.int

C3.2. Space Power Technologies and TechniquesThis session will describe components and systems technologies that may meet the needs of future space missions. These may include solar, nuclear and thermal energy conversion, thermal management, energy storage and power management opportunities.ChairmenHenry W. BrandhorstAuburn University – UNITED STATESEmail: brandhh@auburn.edu

Susumu SasakiJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: sasaki@isas.jaxa.jp

RapporteursIvan BekeyBekey Designs, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: ibekey@cox.net

Frank SteinsiekAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: frank.steinsiek@astrium.eads.net

C3.3. Architectures, concepts and systems for space powerAs power levels for satellites, space exploration systems and power for the Earth from space continue to increase, innovative architectures, concepts and system approaches are needed. This session will discuss needs and benefits of this wide range of applications with a focus on affordability, environmental and societal aspects and step-wire developments.ChairmenJoe T. HowellNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: joe.howell@nasa.gov

Leopold SummererEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: leopold.summerer@esa.int

RapporteurJohn Mankins– UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

C3.5.-C4.7. Joint session on Nuclear Propulsion and PowerThis session includes papers addressing all issues related to nuclear power and propulsion in space applications.ChairmenLeopold SummererEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: leopold.summerer@esa.int

Harvey J. WillenbergAmerican Aerospace Advisors, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: harvey@willenbergs.com

RapporteursHenry W. BrandhorstAuburn University – UNITED STATESEmail: brandhh@auburn.edu

C4. SPACE PROPULSION SYMPOSIUMPropose, report on and include all propulsion systems, including those for Earth-to-orbit, orbital control and interplanetary missions.CoordinatorsGiorgio SaccocciaEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: giorgio.saccoccia@esa.int

C4.6. Special Session on “Missions Enabled by New Propulsion Technologies and Systems”Many missions are precluded today by limitations on current propulsion. This session will explore concepts for new missions that can be enabled by specific advancements in propulsion and/or integration of various propulsion and systems.

C4.7.-C3.5. Joint session on Nuclear Propulsion and PowerThis session includes papers addressing all issues of nuclear power and propulsion in space applications.

C4.8. Interactive Session on Space PropulsionThis session includes papers addressing all issues of nuclear power and propulsion in space applications.

ChairmenGiorgio SaccocciaEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: giorgio.saccoccia@esa.int

ChairmenClaudio BrunoUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: claudio.bruno@uniroma1.it

ChairmenPhilippe CaissoSnecma – FRANCEEmail: philippe.caisso@snecma.fr

David Micheletti– UNITED STATESEmail: dave.micheletti@mse-ta.com

Harvey J. WillenbergAmerican Aerospace Advisors, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: harvey@willenbergs.com

Christophe BonhommeCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: christophe.bonhomme@cnes.fr

RapporteurRichard BlottSpace Enterprise Partnerships Limited – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: rjb@space-enterprise-partnerships.com

RapporteurPaul A. CzyszHypertech – UNITED STATESEmail: paulczysz@sbcglobal.net

RapporteurCarol J. RussoNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Ames Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: carol.russo@nasa.gov

INFRASTRUCTURESystems sustaining space missions, including space system transportation, future systems and safetyD1 SPACE SYSTEMS SYMPOSIUMD2 SPACE TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS AND INNOVATIONS SYMPOSIUMD3 SYMPOSIUM ON STEPPING STONES TO THE FUTURE: STRATEGIES, ARCHITECTURES, CONCEPTS AND TECHNOLOGIESD4 VISIONS AND STRATEGIES FOR FAR FUTURED5 SYMPOSIUM ON SAFETY, QUALITY AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN SPACE ACTIVITIES

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D1.1. Innovative and Visionary Space Systems ConceptsDreams of yesterday are a reality today. Dreams of tomorrow need to be looked at today to make them real in the future. With emerging new technologies, it is now possible to conceptualise new and innovative space systems and new potential applications for the future. This session will explore innovative technologies, services, software and concepts for space systems for the future.

ChairmenMauricio Moshe GuelmanTechnion, I.I.T. – ISRAELEmail: aerglmn@aerodyne.technion.ac.il

Robert L. HendersonThe John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: bob.henderson@jhuapl.edu

RapporteurPeter DielemanNational Aerospace Laboratory (NLR) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: dieleman@nlr.nl

D1.2. Enabling Technologies for Space SystemsThis session will focus on innovative, technological developments that are usually high risk, but which have the potential to significantly enhance the performance of existing and new space systems. Enabling innovative technologies for space applications often result from “spin-ins” which will be discussed during the session, together with potential spin-offs. Examples include instrumentation, biotechnology, components, micro- and nano-technology, MEMS, advanced new structures and software techniques.

ChairmenXavier RoserThales Alenia Space – FRANCEEmail: xavier.roser@thalesaleniaspace.com

Jean-Paul AguttesCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: jean-paul.aguttes@cnes.fr

RapporteurAnne Bondiou-ClergerieGIFAS – FRANCEEmail: anne.bondiou-clergerie@gifas.asso.fr

D1.3. System Engineering Tools, Processes & Training (I)This session will focus on state-of-the-art system engineering methodologies, design techniques, tools, processes, and training that reduce the time and cost, and improve the quality of space system design. Of special interest are multi-disciplinary methods, tools, and processes including modelling and simulation used to define system architectures to improve risk management, safety, reliability, testability, quality of life cycle cost estimates, and to improve the training of system engineers.

ChairmenWiley LarsonCEI – UNITED STATESEmail: wileylarson@comcast.net

Ming LiChina Academy of Space Technology (CAST) – CHINAEmail: liming@cast.cn

RapporteurGeilson LoureiroInstituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais (INPE) – BRAZILEmail: geilson@lit.inpe.br

D1.4. Space Systems ArchitecturesThe subject of this session is current and future space system architectures to increase performance, efficiency, reliability, and flexibility of application. Topics of interest include the design of flight and ground system (hardware & software) architectures and the partitioning of functions between them, small satellite constellations and formations (swarms), and the use of on-board autonomy and autonomous ground operations.

ChairmenGeilson LoureiroInstituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais (INPE) – BRAZILEmail: geilson@lit.inpe.br

Peter DielemanNational Aerospace Laboratory (NLR) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: dieleman@nlr.nl

RapporteurWiley LarsonCEI – UNITED STATESEmail: wileylarson@comcast.net

D1. SPACE SYSTEMS SYMPOSIUMInnovative Space Systems for Future and Current Missions and Applications. For complementary purposes, please refer to session B4.7.CoordinatorsTibor S. BalintJet Propulsion Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: tibor.balint@jpl.nasa.gov

Marco GuglielmiEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: marco.guglielmi@esa.int

C4.5. Hypersonic and Combined Cycle PropulsionThis session includes papers dealing with use of air in earth-to-orbit propulsion. It is a joint ISOABE/IAF session.ChairmenWilliam W. SmithAerojet-General Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: william.smith@rocket.com

David Micheletti– UNITED STATESEmail: dave.micheletti@mse-ta.com

RapporteurShigeru AsoKyushu University – JAPANEmail: raso@aero.kyushu-u.ac.jp

D1.5. Lessons Learned in Space SystemsExperiences, both positive and negative, that have been encountered in space systems (hardware & software) design, development and operation. End-to-end lessons learned and impacts on cost, schedule and performance, in the areas of (among others): international cooperation, the use of COTS products, partitioning of functions between flight and ground systems, the extent and fidelity of simulations, integration, test and operations.

ChairmenTodd FoxOdyssey Space Research – UNITED STATESEmail: tfox@odysseysr.com

Anne Bondiou-ClergerieGIFAS – FRANCEEmail: anne.bondiou-clergerie@gifas.asso.fr

RapporteurTakashi HamazakiJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: hamazaki.takashi@jaxa.jp

D1.6. System Engineering Tools, Prcesses and Training (2)This session will focus on state-of-the-art system engineering methodologies, design techniques, tools, processes, and training that reduce the time and cost, and improve the quality of space system design. Of special interest are multi-disciplinary methods, tools, and processes including modelling and simulation used to define system architectures to improve risk management, safety, reliability, testability, quality of life cycle cost estimates, and to improve the training of system engineers.

ChairmenKlaus SchillingWuerzburg University – GERMANYEmail: schi@informatik.uni-wuerzburg.de

Takashi HamazakiJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: hamazaki.takashi@jaxa.jp

RapporteurTodd FoxOdyssey Space Research – UNITED STATESEmail: tfox@odysseysr.com

D2.1. Launch Vehicles in Service or in DevelopmentReview of up to date status of launch vehicle currently in use in the world or under short term development.

D2.2. Launch services, Missions, Operations and FacilitiesReview of the current and planned launch services and support, including economics of Space Transportation Systems, financing, insurance, licensing. Advancements in ground infrastructure, ground operations, mission planning and mission control for both expendable and reusable launch services.

D2.3. Upper Stages, Space Transfer, Entry and Landing SystemsDiscussion 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.

D2.4. Future Space Transportation SystemsDiscussion of future system designs and operational concepts for both expendable and reusable systems for Earth-to orbit transportation and exploration missions.

ChairmenPaulo Jr. MoraesCTA-IAE – BRAZILEmail: paulo.moraes@iae.cta.br

ChairmenYves GerardEADS SPACE Transportation – FRANCEEmail: yves.gerard@nglauncher.net

ChairmenLuigi BussolinoBussolino and Associates – ITALYEmail: luigi.bussolino@virgilio.it

ChairmenJulian BottAstrium GmbH – GERMANYEmail: julian.bott@astrium.eads.net

Ray F. JohnsonThe Aerospace Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: ray.f.johnson@aero.org

Ulf PalmnäsVolvo Aero Corporation — SWEDENEmail: ulf.palmnas@volvo.com

David E. GlassNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Langley Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: david.e.glass@nasa.gov

RapporteurChristian DujarricEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – FRANCEEmail: christian.dujarric@esa.int

RapporteurPatrick M. McKenzieBall Aerospace & Technologies Corp. – United StatesEmail: pmmckenz@ball.com

RapporteurHarry CikanekNASA – UNITED STATESEmail: harry.a.cikanek@nasa.gov

RapporteurWoong-Sup YoonYonsei University – KOREA, REPUBLIC OFEmail: wsyoon@yonsei.ac.kr

D2.5. Future Space Transportation Systems TechnologiesDiscussion of technologies enabling new reusable or expendable launch vehicles and in-space transportation systems. Emphasis is on hardware development and verification before flight.ChairmenYoshifumi InataniJapanese Rocket Society – JAPANEmail: inatani@isas.jaxa.jp

Sylvain GuedronCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: sylvain.guedron@cnes.fr

RapporteurShayne SwintNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: marion.s.swint@nasa.gov

D2.6. Future Space Transportation Systems Verification and In-Flight ExperimentationDiscussion of system, subsystems and technologies flight testing for Future Space Transportation Systems. Emphasis is on flight experimentation/verification and test experience.

ChairmenGiorgio TuminoEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – FRANCEEmail: giorgio.tumino@esa.int

Charles CockrellNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: charles.e.cockrell@nasa.gov

RapporteurMichael L. BurrisNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Langley Research Center – UNITED STATESEmail: michael.l.burris@nasa.gov

D2. SPACE TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS AND INNOVATIONSTopics should address worldwide space transportation solutions and innovations. The goal is to foster understanding and cooperation amongst the world’s space-faring organizations.CoordinatorsRichard TysonNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: richard.w.tyson@nasa.gov

Christophe BonnalCentre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) – FRANCEEmail: christophe.bonnal@cnes.fr

D2.7. Small Launchers: Concepts and OperationsDiscussion of existing, planned and future Small Launchers for payloads ranging from 500 kg to as low as 1 kg into Low Earth Orbit. Includes innovative solutions such as airborne systems, evolutions from sub-orbital concepts and flexible, highly reactive concepts. Includes mission operations, associated operations and specific constraints. For a discussion of access to space for small satellite missions, please refer to session B4.5.

ChairmenNicolas BerendOffice National d’Etudes et de Recherches Aérospatiales (ONERA) – FRANCEEmail: nicolas.berend@onera.fr

William R. ClaybaughOrbital Sciences Corporation – UNITED STATESEmail: claybaugh.william@orbital.com

RapporteurMarkus JaegerAstrium Space Transportation – GERMANYEmail: markus.jaeger@astrium.eads.net

D3.1. Strategies and Architectures to Establish a “Stepping Stone” Approach to our Future in SpaceFuture scenarios for sustainable space exploration and utilization will unfold in the context of global conditions that vary greatly from those of the 1950s-1970s. It is likely that space-faring countries will pursue their goals and objectives in a step-wise fashion, rather than through massive, geo-politically driven programs (such as those that typified the Moon race of the 1960s). As a result, it is important that the international community engage in an ongoing discussion of strategies to establish a “stepping stone” approach to our future in space. Such a strategy should involve sustainable budget levels and multiple-purpose system-of-systems capabilities that lead to a diverse range of future activities of broad benefit to humanity and would represent a substantial departure from past models for major space programs. Moreover, nearer term developments, such as those in the Earth’s neighborhood (e.g., in support of the 2004 U.S. Vision for Space Exploration) should be structure to best support later evolution and reconfiguration to pursue still more ambitious missions – such as continuing robotic exploration Mars and targets beyond, and the search for Earth-like planetar around nearby stars. This session will address strategies and approaches that may allow a new paradigm–a “stepping stone” approach – to be established among the space-faring countries. Papers are solicited in these and related areas.ChairmenJohn MankinsUNITED STATES Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

RapporteurWilliam H. SiegfriedThe Boeing Company (retired) – UNITED STATESEmail: wsiegfried@ca.rr.com

D3.2. Novel Concepts and Technologies for the Exploration and Utilization of SpaceIn order to realize future, sustainable programs of space exploration and utilization, a focsed suite of transformational new systems concepts and supporting technologies must be advanced during the coming decade. The technical objectives to be pursued should be drawn from a broad, forward looking view of the technologies and systems needed, but must be sufficiently well focused to allow tangible progression – and dramatic improvements over current capabilities – to be realized in the foreseeable future. This session will address cross cutting considerations in which a number of discipline research topics and/or technologies may be successful synthesized to enable a transformation new systems concept to be achieved. Papers are solicited in these and related areas.

ChairmenJoe T. HowellNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: joe.howell@nasa.gov

Hiroshi YamakawaWaseda University – JAPANEmail: hiroshi@yamakawa.mech.waseda.ac.jp

RapporteursMaria Antonietta PerinoThalesAlenia Space Italia S.p.A. – ITALYEmail: mariaantonietta.perino@thalesaleniaspace.it

Nantel SuzukiNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATESEmail: nantel.h.suzuki@nasa.gov

D3.3. Infrastructures and Systems to Enable Ambitious Future Exploration and Utilization of SpaceAlthough innovation systems concepts and technologies are critical to future space activities, these systems cannot succeed if they are used in “one-at-a-time” mission approaches. Instead, the emergence of novel “system-of-systems” infrastructures will also 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.). Papers are solicited in these and related areas.ChairmenWilliam H. SiegfriedThe Boeing Company (retired) – UNITED STATESEmail: wsiegfried@ca.rr.com

Scott HovlandEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: scott.hovland@esa.int

RapporteursScott HovlandEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: scott.hovland@esa.int

Gordon WoodcockPart-time employe by Gray Research – UNITED STATESEmail: grw33@comcast.net

D3. SYMPOSIUM ON STEPPING STONES TO THE FUTURE: STRATEGIES, ARCHITECTURES, CONCEPTS AND TECHNOLOGIESThis 8th Symposium is organized by the International Academy of Astronautics. The international discussion of future directions for space exploration and utilization 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 utilization during the coming decades. This 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.CoordinatorsJohn Mankins– UNITED STATES Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

Alain PradierEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: alain.pradier@esa.int

D2.9. Forum sessionThe forum session is focused on onetopic of major interested, to be determined later in the process of preparation. It is structured around a few key presentations, overviews of the subject, followed by discussion presentations, interaction between authors and room, long Q&A sessions, potentially including round table.

ChairmenDouglas StanleyGeorgia Institute of Technology – UNITED STATESEmail: stanley@nianet.org

Tetsuo HiraiwaJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)Email: hiraiwa.tetsuo@jaxa.jp

RapporteurS. RamakrishnanVikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) – INDIAEmail: s_ramakrishnan@vssc.gov.in

D3.4. Joint Session on Space Technology and Systems Management Practices and Tools” – Part IThe effective management on space technology and systems development is critical to our future success in space exploration and utilization. This joint session (new in 2007) in two parts provides a unique international forum to further the development of a family of ‘best practices’ 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; (3) Systems Analysis Methods and Tools; and, (4) Particular Topics could include: Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), Technology Readiness Assessments, Technology R&D Risk Management, etc. Either more theoretical discussions, or examples of applications of R&D management tools to specific R&D programs and projects are of interest for the session.

ChairmenPaivi JukolaHelsinki University of Technology – FINLANDEmail: paivi.jukola@hut.fi

Peter A. SwanTeaching Science and Technology, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: dr-swan@cox.net

RapporteurChristopher MooreNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATESEmail: christopher.moore@nasa.gov

D3.5. Joint Session on Space Technology and Systems Management Practices and Tools – Part IIThe effective management on space technology and systems development is critical to our future success in space exploration and utilization. This joint session in two parts (new in 2007) provides a unique international forum to further the development of a family of ‘best practices’ 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; (3) Systems Analysis Methods and Tools; and, (4) Particular Topics could include: Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), Technology Readiness Assessments, Technology R&D Risk Management, etc. Either more theoretical discussions, or examples of applications of R&D management tools to specific R&D programs and projects are of interest for the session.

ChairmenJohn MankinsUNITED STATES Administration (NASA)/Marshall Space Flight Center – UNITED STATESEmail: john.c.mankins@artemisinnovation.com

Peter A. SwanTeaching Science and Technology, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: dr-swan@cox.net

RapporteursPaivi JukolaHelsinki University of Technology – FINLANDEmail: paivi.jukola@hut.fi

Christopher MooreNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/Headquarters – UNITED STATESEmail: christopher.moore@nasa.gov

D2.8. New missions enabled by Extra-large launchersThe session will address new science and human exploration missions enabled by new extra-large vehicles already planned (e.g. Ares V) or under study. The session will also deal with worldwide needs and requirements for extra-large launchers.ChairmenOleg VentskovskyYuzhnoye SDO European Representation – BELGIUMEmail: oventskovsky@hotmail.com

Stephen CreechNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – UNITED STATESEmail: steve.creech@msfc.nasa.gov

RapporteurJohn M. HorackNASA – UNITED STATESEmail: john.m.horack@nasa.gov

D4. VISIONS AND STRATEGIES FOR FAR FUTUREThis 7th Symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics deals with concepts for the Far Future exploration of outer space.CoordinatorsGiuseppe ReibaldiEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: giuseppe.reibaldi@esa.int

Hans E.W. Hoffmann– GERMANYEmail: hans.e.w.hoffmann@t-online.de

D4.1. Human Exploration Beyond MarsThis session will cover concept, strategies and technologies to make possible the human exploration beyond Mars.ChairmenHorst Rauck– GERMANYEmail: horst.rauck@gmx.de

Paivi JukolaFinnish Astronautical Society – FINLANDEmail: paivi.jukola@sats-saff.fi

RapporteurOlivier de WeckMassachussets Institute of Technology (MIT) – UNITED STATESEmail: deweck@mit.edu

D5.1. Safety of Vehicules and Ground Segment for Aerospace MissionsSafety is a crucial issue for all steps of an aerospace mission. Risks associated with development, launch, in flight operation and landing vary with the nature of the mission from the use of nuclear devices for interplanetary exploration to the suborbital flight of “space tourists”. This session deals with the methods tests, lessons learned, standards for analysis and mitigation of such risks.

ChairmenManola RomeroOffice National d’Etudes et de Recherches Aérospatiales (ONERA) – FRANCEEmail: manola.romero@onera.fr

Alexander FilatyevCentral Aero-HydroDynamic Institute – RUSSIAEmail: filatyev@yandex.ru

RapporteurGarett Smith– FRANCEEmail: garrettsmith@free.fr

D4.2. Interstellar Precursors MissionsThis session will focus on interstellar precursors missions that significantly expand science – using existing and emerging power and propulsion technologies.ChairmenRoger X. LenardSandia National Laboratories – UNITED STATESEmail: rxlenar@sandia.gov

Claudio BrunoUniversity of Rome “La Sapienza” – ITALYEmail: claudio.bruno@uniroma1.it

RapporteurDana AndrewsAndrews Space & Technology – UNITED STATESEmail: dandrews@andrews-space.com

D4.3. Access to Space in the Far Future IChairmenHorst Rauck– GERMANYEmail: horst.rauck@gmx.de

Alain PradierEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: alain.pradier@esa.int

RapporteurPaivi JukolaFinnish Astronautical Society – FINLANDEmail: paivi.jukola@sats-saff.fi

D4.4. Access to Space in the Far Future IIChairmenPeter SwanTeaching Science and Technology, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: dr-swan@cox.net

RapporteurDavid RaittEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: david.raitt@esa.int

Robert E PennyCholla Space Systems – UNITED STATESEmail: skipnjane@hotmail.com

D5. SYMPOSIUM ON SAFETY, QUALITY AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN SPACE ACTIVITIESThis 43rd Symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics addresses management approaches, methods, design solutions and regulations to improve the quality, efficiency and collaborative ability of space programs. All aspects are considered: risk management, complexity of systems and operations, knowledge management, human factors, economical constraints, international cooperation, norms and standards.CoordinatorJeanne HolmNASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: jholm@jpl.nasa.gov

D5.2. Knowledge Management and Collaboration in Space ActivitiesWorking on complex space missions requires virtual teaming, learning lessons from the past, transferring knowledge from experts to younger generations, and developing deep expertise within an organization. • How are aerospace organizations managing the ability to control quality and share knowledge?• What solutions are in place to work across corporate and international boundaries?• How is knowledge captured, shared, and used to drive innovation?

This session focuses on the processes and technologies that organizations are using to sustain, energize and invigorate their ability to learn, innovate and share knowledge within and amongst organizations for sustainable, peaceful exploration of space. Case studies and defined approaches will discuss: - Analysis of successful projects and innovations in the application of knowledge management- Approaches to risk and opportunity management- Capture of technical expertise and lessons learned from previous successful projects that are applicable to new programs and focus on driving innovation- Methods that allow data, information or knowledge exhange within or amongst organizations.

ChairmenJeanne HolmNASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: jholm@jpl.nasa.gov

Roberta Mugellesi DowEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – GERMANYEmail: roberta.mugellesi.dow@esa.int

D5.3. Space Weather Prediction and Effects on Space MissionsSpace missions are affected by solar activity and new exploration programs, especially manned programs, that stress the need for real “space weather”. This session will deal with:- Space environment and affects on modeling and ground testing- Lessions learned from space mission failures due to the space environment- Space solar activity measurement- Space weather prediction- Standardization and data policy for space weather.For complementary purposes, please refer to session C2.6.

ChairmenJean-Francois RousselONERA – FRANCEEmail: jean-francois.roussel@onera.fr

Tateo GokaJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: goka.tateo@jaxa.jp

E1.1. Lift Off – Primary and Secondary Space EducationThis session will focus on all aspects of primary and secondary (K-12) space education.ChairmenChris WelchKingston University – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: c.s.welch@kingston.ac.uk

Anne Elisabeth BrumfittSpace Qualified Ltd – AUSTRALIAEmail: anne.brumfitt@beesinspace.org

RapporteurClaudia KesslerHE Space Operations – GERMANYEmail: ckessler@hespace.com

E1.2. On Track – Undergraduate and Postgraduate Space EducationThis session will focus on all aspects of undergraduate and (post)graduate space education.ChairmenYolanda BerenguerUnesco – FRANCEEmail: y.berenguer@unesco.org

Gulnara T. OmarovaMinistry of Transport and Communications – KAZAKHSTANEmail: gulnara.omarova@gmail.com

RapporteurPaivi JukolaFinnish Astronautical Society – FINLANDEmail: paivi.jukola@sats-saff.fi

E1.3. Calling Planet Earth – Space Outreach to the general publicThis session will focus on activities that aim to promote awareness and understanding of space in the general public.ChairmenCarsten Holzemachtwissen.de AG – GERMANYEmail: carsten.holze@machtwissen.de

Olga ZhdanovichEuropean Space Agency/ESTEC – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: olga.zhdanovich@esa.int

RapporteurVera MayorovaMoscow State Technical University named Bauman – RUSSIAEmail: victoria.mayorova@online.ru

E1.4. New Worlds – Innovative Space Education and OutreachThis session will focus on novel and non-standard methods of space education and outreach in non-traditional areas and to non-traditional target groups.ChairmenJean-Daniel DessimozSwissSpace Association – SWITZERLANDEmail: jean-daniel.dessimoz@heig-vd.ch

Vera MayorovaMoscow State Technical University named Bauman – RUSSIAEmail: victoria.mayorova@online.ru

RapporteurMabel J. MatthewsNASA – UNITED STATESEmail: mabel.j.mathews@nasa.gov

E1. SPACE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH SYMPOSIUMThis symposium deals with activities, methods and techniques for formal and informal space education at different educational levels, space outreach to the general public, space workforce development, etc. Each of the sessions in the symposium features an invited key note speaker followed by presentation of selected papers. Symposium sessions may also include panel discussions.When submitting abstracts for consideration, please note that:• Papers should have clear education or outreach content – technical details of projects, even if carried out in an educational context, will not usually qualify.• Papers reporting on programmes/activities that have already taken place will usually be received more favourably than those dealing with concepts and plans for the future.• More weight will usually be given to papers that clearly identify target groups, benefits, lessons learned, good practice and that include measures of critical assessment.CoordinatorChris WelchKingston University – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: c.s.welch@kingston.ac.uk

Lyn WigbelsAmerican Astronautical Society (AAS) – UNITED STATESEmail: lyn.wigbels@cox.net

E1.5. To Boldly Go – Space Exploration Education and OutreachThis cross-cutting session will focus on education and outreach activities that specifically leverage the inspirational value of space exploration and which aim to prepare today’s students and future generations to be actively involved in turning space exploration visions into a sustainable endeavour.

ChairmenLyn WigbelsAmerican Astronautical Society (AAS) – USAEmail: lyn.wigbels@cox.net

Marilyn SteinbergCanadian Space Agency – CANADAEmail: marilyn.steinberg@asc-csa.gc.ca

RapporteurAnne Elisabeth BrumfittSpace Qualified Ltd – AUSTRALIAEmail: anne.brumfitt@beesinspace.org

E1.6.-E5.4 Water from Space: Societal, Educational and Cultural aspectsThis is a joint session between the IAF Space Education and Outreach Committee and the IAA Commission VI. Inter-disciplinary in nature, it will explore the societal and cultural contexts of water as they are related to space. Possible topics include: political and economic issues; how the crises affecting oceans impact on society; the way the arts, popular culture and entertainment engage with cultural issues related to water, remote sensing co-ordination and public access; educational programmes relating to water from space, etc.

ChairmenAnnick BureaudLeonardo/Olats – FRANCEEmail: abureaud@gmail.com

Bijal ThakoreSpace Generation Advisory Council – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: beethakore@yahoo.co.uk

RapporteurAdrian MeyerNYDT – SOUTH AFRICAEmail: nydt@mweb.co.za

E1.7. Space workforce development – Challanges and OpportunitiesThis session will focus on challenges, opportunities and innovative solutions for attracting, improving and retaining the future and current global space workforce.ChairmenOlga ZhdanovichEuropean Space Agency/ESTEC – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: olga.zhdanovich@esa.int

Mabel J. MatthewsNASA – UNITED STATESEmail: mabel.j.mathews@nasa.gov

Annalisa WeigelMassachussets Institute of Technology (MIT) – UNITED STATESEmail: alweigel@mit.edu

RapporteursFrank FriedlaenderLockheed Palo Alto Research Lab. – UNITED STATESEmail: friedlae@lmsal.com

Amalio MonzуnLEEM – SPAINEmail: amalio.monzon@leem.es

SPACE AND SOCIETYInteraction of space with society, including education, policy and economics, history and lawE1 SPACE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH SYMPOSIUME2 40th STUDENT CONFERENCEE3 23rd SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE POLICY, REGULATIONS AND ECONOMICSE4 44th HISTORY OF ASTRONAUTICS SYMPOSIUME5 21st SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE ACTIVITY AND SOCIETYE6 BUSINESS INNOVATION SYMPOSIUME7 53rd COLLOQUIUM ON THE LAW OF OUTER SPACE

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E2. 40th STUDENT CONFERENCEPresentation of space-related papers by undergraduate and graduate students who participate in an international student competition.CoordinatorMarco SchmidtWuerzburg University – GERMANYEmail: schmidt.marco@informatik.uni-wuerzburg.de

Stephen BrockAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) – UNITED STATESEmail: stephenb@aiaa.org

E2.1. Student Conference IUndergraduate and graduate level students (no more than 28 years of age) present papers on any subject related to space siences, industry or technology. These papers will represent the work of the author(s) (no more than two students). The students presenting in this session will compete in the 38th International Student Competition. French, German, US, and British students submitting abstracts for the sessions E2.1 and E2.2 shall apply via the national coordinators:for France: Benedicte Escudier at: benedicte.escudier@supaero.frfor Germany: Marco Schmidt at: schmidt.marco@informatik.uni-wuerzburg.de for USA: Stephen Brock at: stephenb@aiaa.orgfor Great Britain: Chris Welch at: c.s.welch@kingston.ac.ukGuidelines for competition available on www.iafastro.org as from 15 November 2008.ChairmenMarco SchmidtWuerzburg University – GERMANYEmail: schmidt.marco@informatik.uni-wuerzburg.de

Carsten Holzemachtwissen.de AG – GERMANYEmail: carsten.holze@machtwissen.de

RapporteurNaomi MathersVictorian Space Science Education Centre – AUSTRALIAEmail: naomi.mathers@vssec.vic.edu.au

E2.2. Student Conference IIUndergraduate and graduate level students (no more than 28 years of age) present papers on any subject related to space siences, industry or technology. These papers will represent the work of the author(s) (no more than two students). The students presenting in this session will compete in the 38th International Student Competition.French, German, US, and British students submitting abstracts for the sessions E2.1 and E2.2 shall apply via the national coordinators:for France: Benedicte Escudier at: benedicte.escudier@supaero.frfor Germany: Marco Schmidt at: schmidt.marco@informatik.uni-wuerzburg.de for USA: Stephen Brock at: stephenb@aiaa.orgfor Great Britain: Chris Welch at: c.s.welch@kingston.ac.ukGuidelines for competition available on www.iafastro.org as from 15 November 2008.

ChairmenRachid AmekraneEADS Astrium GmbH – GERMANYEmail: rachid.amekrane@astrium.eads.net

Benedicte EscudierSUPAERO- Ecole Nationale Supérieure de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace – FRANCEEmail: benedicte.escudier@supaero.fr

RapporteurThomas SnitchLittle Falls Associates, Inc. – UNITED STATESEmail: thsnitch@verizon.net

E2.3. Student Conference IIIUndergraduate and graduate level 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. For further guidelines, please refer to www.iafastro.org as from December 2008.ChairmenStephen BrockAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) – UNITED STATESEmail: stephenb@aiaa.org

Mabel J. MatthewsNASA – UNITED STATESEmail: mabel.j.mathews@nasa.gov

RapporteurBenedicte EscudierSUPAERO- Ecole Nationale Supérieure de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace – FRANCEEmail: benedicte.escudier@supaero.fr

E3.1. New Developments in National and International Space Policies and ProgrammesThis session will provide a forum for presenting current space policies and programmes of space-faring countries. It will also provide a forum for presenting current space policies and programmes of international organizations with space activities.

ChairmenKazuto SuzukiHokkaido University – JAPANEmail: kazutosuzuki@jcom.home.ne.jp

Jan KolarCzech Space Office – CZECH REPUBLICEmail:jan.kolar@czechspace.cz

RapporteurCatherine DoldirinaMcGill University – CANADAEmail: kdoldyrina@yahoo.com

E3.2. Policy and economic aspects of space weatherSpace weather slowly emerges as a policy item. While it has long been only a scientific question, its economic relevance is steadily growing due to its effects on commercial space activities in particular in the field of telecommunications. In addition, space weather is expected to become an element of new Space Situational Awareness projects so that international coordination should be foreseen. This session reflects on such questions of impact and coordination.ChairmenWerner R. BaloghUnited Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs – AUSTRIAEmail: werner.balogh@unoosa.org

David KendallCanadian Space Agency – CANADAEmail: dave.kendall@space.gc.ca

RapporteurWolfgang RathgeberEuropean Space Policy Institute (ESPI) – AUSTRIAEmail: wolfgang.rathgeber@dlr.de

E3.3. Next steps regarding Near Earth Objects (NEO)NEOs are on the agenda for some years now. The public is very much interested and the governments have recently acknowledged the need for discussing the topic by establishing an agenda item in the Scientific-Technical Subcommittee of the UNCOPUOS. This session shall provide the status of the debate and seek for ideas on which next steps should be taken.

ChairmenSergio CamachoCRECTEALC - Regional Centre for Space Science and Technology Education for Latin American and The Caribbean – MEXICOEmail: sergio.camacho@inaoep.mx

Ray WilliamsonSecure World Foundation – UNITED STATESEmail: rwilliamson@swfound.org

RapporteurNina-Louisa RemussEuropean Space Policy Institute (ESPI) – AUSTRIAEmail: nina-louisa.remuss@espi.or.at

E3. 23rd SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE POLICY, REGULATIONS AND ECONOMICSThis symposium, organized by the International Academy of Astronautics, will provide a systematic overview of the current trends in space policy, regulation and economics by covering national as well as multilateral space policies and plans. In addition its focuses on two specific issues: Near Earth Objects and Planetary Protection, which is currently being researched under an IAA Cosmic Study project. The symposium also integrates findings of the 25th IAA/IISL Scientific-Legal Roundtable, which deals with an inter-disciplinary assessment of small satellite missions.

CoordinatorKai-Uwe SchroglEuropean Space Policy Institute (ESPI) – AUSTRIAEmail: kai-uwe.schrogl@espi.or.at

Sergio CamachoCRECTEALC - Regional Centre for Space Science and Technology Education for Latin American and The Caribbean – MEXICOEmail: sergio.camacho@inaoep.mx

E3.5. 24th IAA/IISL Scientific-Legal Roundtable: The new age of small satellite missions (Invited Papers only)With small satellite missions on the rise, this session will look into the issue from the policy, economic and regulatory perspectives in order to shape a comprehensive picture of the state and the prospects of this area. The Roundtable, organized by the IAA/IISL Scientific-Legal Liaison Committee, will comprise invited papers by the leading experts only and is aimed at conducting an inter-disciplinary debate. It will be opened by the Presidents of IAA and IISL stressing the outstanding character of this event.

ChairmenRainer SandauDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: rainer.sandau@dlr.de

Lesley Jane SmithLeuphana University of Lьneburg/ Weber-Steinhaus & Smith – GERMANYEmail: ljsmith@barkhof.uni-bremen.de

RapporteurNicola RohnerDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: nicola.rohner@dlr.de

E4. 44th HISTORY OF ASTRONAUTICS SYMPOSIUMThis Symposium is organized by the International Academy of Astronautics. History of space science, technology and development, rocketry and personal memoirs. The history of rocketry and astronautics of Korea. The entire spectrum of space history, at least 25 years old, is covered.CoordinatorsChristophe RothmundSnecma – FRANCEEmail: christophe.rothmund@snecma.fr

Ake Ingemar Skoog– GERMANYEmail: ake.ingemar.skoog@t-online.de

Yasunori MatogawaJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) – JAPANEmail: matogawa.yasunori@jaxa.jp

Kerrie DoughertyPowerhouse Museum – AUSTRALIAEmail: kerried@phm.gov.au

E4.1. IAA 50th AnniversaryThe history of the International Academy of Astronautics. The foundation of the Academy in 1959-60, its presidents and members. Memoirs of academicians. The political, scientific and technical achievements of the IAA..ChairmenAke Ingemar Skoog– GERMANYEmail: ake.ingemar.skoog@t-online.de

Kerrie DoughertyPower House Museum – AUSTRALIAEmail: kerried@phm.gov.au

RapporteurNiklas ReinkeDLR – GERMANYEmail: niklas.reinke@dlr.de

E5.1. Future and current space missions: including and expanding all aspects of human life on-board and in other worldsThis session will address present day intentions and tendencies in sustainability and survivability in design based on minimizing and optimizing all resources. That will include but will not be limited to:• new approaches to understanding mission goals as they evolve and change as new technologies and developments become available, and how this affects design and humans on-board• humans vs. robotic missions – working together or against• reality of achieving sustainability in space design (Moon, Mars…etc.)• reflecting all qualities of life in space designPapers are invited from professionals and students in areas of technology, structures, human factors, medicine, psychology, philosophy, the arts, system engineering and other fields that can support broad aspects of space research, design and development.ChairmenNikolai Tolyarenko– FRANCEEmail: tolyarenko@isu.isunet.edu

Olga BannovaUniversity of Houston – UNITED STATESEmail: obannova@uh.edu

RapporteurOndrej DouleInternational Space University (ISU) – CZECH REPUBLICEmail: doule@fa.cvut.cz

E5.2. Space Expectations: Involving the Public in Space ActivitiesSpace activities have historically been based upon technological successes with science and exploration leading space activities toward major projects throughout the solar system. However, periodic disconnects have occurred as the public used to seeing major successes suddenly sees failures and begins to question the value and cost of space initiatives. An IAA-sponsored study to determine the depth of understanding and backing of space activities by the general public (in particularly young people) was recently completed. Following on from sessions at previous IACs, papers are invited which review and describe society’s expectations from space programmes, ascertain how society – particularly youth – could become more involved in space exploration, and indicate how space activities could maintain the interest and excitement of tomorrow’s youth and thus be supported (both financially and intellectually) by the public..ChairmenPeter SwanTeaching Science and Technology, Inc. – USAEmail: dr-swan@cox.net

Dr Cathy SwanSouthWest Analytic Network – USAEmail: pcswan@cox.net

RapporteurDavid RaittEuropean Space Agency (ESA) – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: david.raitt@esa.int

E4.2. Memoirs and Organisational HistoriesAutobiographical and biographical memoirs of individuals who have made significant original contributions to the development and application of astronautics and rocketry.History of government, industrial, academic & professional societies & organisations long engaged in astronautical endeavours.

ChairmenMarsha Freeman21st Century Science & Technology – UNITED STATESEmail: krafft@erols.com

Hervé MoulinInstitut Français d’Histoire de l’Espace – FRANCEEmail: herve.moulin-hmi@wanadoo.fr

RapporteurThéo PirardSpace Information Center – BELGIUMEmail: theopirard@hotmail.com

E4.3. Scientific and Technical HistoryHistorical summaries of space programs, satellite and rocket projects, and technical and scientific achievements in the field of astronautics and rocketry.ChairmanSusan McKenna-LawlorSpace Technology (Ireland) Ltd. – IRELANDEmail: stil@may.ie

Philippe JungAAAF – FranceEmail: philippe.jung3@free.fr

RapporteurWilliam Jones– UNITED STATESEmail: cuth@erols.com

E4.4. History of Czech Republic contributions of AstronauticsSpecial session with invited and proposed speakers. This session will cover rocketry and the origin (technical and political aspects) of the space programmes of the Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic.ChairmanJohn Becklake– UNITED KINGDOMEmail: john.becklake@virgin.net

Lubos PerekAstronomical Institute, Academy of Sciences – Czech RepublicEmail: perek@ig.cas.cz

RapporteurCharles LundquistUniversity of Alabama in Huntsville – UNITED STATESEmail: lundquc@email.uah.edu

E5. 21st SYMPOSIUM ON SPACE ACTIVITY AND SOCIETYThis 21st symposium organized by the International Academy of Astronautics will review the impact and benefits of space activities on the various segments and aspects of society, including arts and culture, society’s expectations from space, human life in space, space exploration and tourism, as well as knowledge transfer.CoordinatorsDr Peter SwanTeaching Science and Technology Inc – UNITED STATESEmail: dr-swan@cox.net

Geoffrey LanguedocCanadian Aeronautics & Space Institute (CASI) – CANADAEmail: geoffrey@casi.ca

E3.4. Protecting the Environment of celestial BodiesThis session will have at its centre the presentation of the finalized IAA Cosmic Study on that topic. Further views from the scientific as well as policy and regulative perspective are invited to bring this issue forward and to the attention of decision-makers.ChairmenMahulena HofmannGiessen University – GERMANYEmail: mahulena.hofmann@recht.uni-giessen.de

Petra RettbergDeutsches Zentrum fьr Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR) – GERMANYEmail: petra.rettberg@dlr.de

RapporteurMarc HaeseESA/ ESTEC – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: marc.haese@esa.int

E6.2. Space-related Commercial Applications and MarketsThis session will address downstream applications, including satellite-based value added services involving Earth Observation, position/navigation/timing, and communications. The following topics should be addressed: market potential, business models, commercialization mechanisms, etc.ChairmanMax GrimardAstrium SAS France – FRANCEEmail: max.grimard@astrium.eads.net

E6.1. Encouragment of Government Purchasing from Commercial Providers Models and ExamplesThis session will address public-private collaboration to pomote commercial provision of services to gevernments, exploring models (e.g. Private Financing Initiative – PFI, public-private purchasing – PPP, etc.) as well as specific examples (e.g. British Paradigm Initiative, NASA COTS program, etc.)ChairmenRichard BrookSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd. – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: richardbrook44@msn.com

Douglas ComstockNASA – UNITED STATESEmail: doug.comstock@nasa.gov

E7.1. Nandasiri Jasentuliyana Keynote Lecture on Space Law & Young Scholars SessionIn the first part of this session, the IISL will invite a prominent speaker to address the members of the Institute and other congress attendants on a highly topical issue of broad interest. The second part of this session will be especially dedicated to the space lawyers of the future, in that young scholars (under 35 years old) are invited to present a paper on “Space Law – Future Challenges and Potential Solutions” but the IISL is also open to other topics. Note : All young scholars are requested to submit their paper to THIS session ONLY.

ChairmenVladimir KopalProfessor at Law , West Bohemen University, Pilsen – CZECH REPUBLIC

Tanja Masson-ZwaanInternational Institute of Space Law – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: t.l.masson@law.leidenuniv.nl

E7.2. 30 Years of the Moon Agreement: PerspectivesFor this session, papers are invited to analytically address the future perspectives of the Moon Agreement, which celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2009. Papers may thus critically analyse (a) recent developments in COPUOS, such as the 2008 ‘joint statement’ by several states parties on the benefits of adhering to the Agreement, (b) the future design, adoption and implementation of an international regime to govern the exploitation of the natural resources of the celestial bodies ‘as such exploitation is about to become feasible’, (c) the reasons for the timid support for the Agreement from the international community, and (d) issues concerning the protection of the Moon environment and of other celestial bodies. The question of how exploitation of moon resources relates to the non-appropriation principle as well as the Common Heritage of Mankind principle may also be critically scrutinized.

ChairmenMahulena HofmannGiessen University – GERMANYEmail: mahulena.hofmann@recht.uni-giessen.de

Maureen WilliamsCONICET and University of Buenos Aires – ARGENTINAEmail: maureenw777@yahoo.co.uk

E6.3. New Space Markets + Investment OpportunitiesThis session will discuss new markets involving space, such as space tourism, space industrialization, space resource utilization, etc. Specific examples of business ventures will be highlighted, addressing private investment as well as entrepreneur business plan development..ChairmenKen DavidianFAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation – UNITED STATESEmail: ken.davidian@faa.gov

Ramin KhademOdyssey Moon Limited – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: raminkhadem@gmail.com

E5.3. Space Architecture: Exploration and TourismSpace exploration, as we know it, used to be the forte of government space agencies. But that is set to change forever, in part because of the changing economic reality and in part due to the entry of new private players vying to provide both private tourists and a paying government customer, rides on their spaceships. Take Bigelow, or Space-X, or Virgin Galactic, or any of those new companies out there that have injected new life, even enthusiasm into the words EXPLORATION and TOURISM. These companies are developing a whole new generation of rockets, habitable modules, cargo ferries and suborbital space planes. As the Shuttle gets ready to retire, it will see a new genre of human and cargo crafts that will take over and steer the world into a new era in space exploration.It is in this context that the role of Space Architecture and Design assumes greater meaning and significance. More than anybody else, it will be the private space tourists that will force the tourism companies to hire the brightest and the best in the business of architecture and design. Unlike the astronauts, they have every right to be fussy and can and will complain if the ride is a bad one. This will put habitability and human factors, even style, on top of the design agenda, on par with safety and survivability. Even human planetary exploration will be changed forever by this transition. Many of the products and services required by government missions and crews on the surface of the Moon – and for testing activities in Earth orbit – need not be developed by traditional government aerospace contracts. Re-supply of fuel, food, and other consumables, equipment maintenance, and other services could well be provided by companies or other nations whose offerings cross over to commercial customers as well.This session aims to provide a platform to present designs that will shape the look of future spacecraft that will lead us into a new age in exploration and tourism.

ChairmenSusmita MohantyChalmers University of Technology – SWEDENSEmail: susmita@earth2orbit.com

Barbara ImhofLiquifer Systems Group (LSG) – AUSTRIAEmail: bimhof@liquifer.at

RapporteurBrent SherwoodJet Propulsion Laboratory – UNITED STATESEmail: brent.sherwood@jpl.nasa.gov

E5.4.-E1.6. Water from Space: Societal, Educational and Cultural AspectsThis is a joint session between the IAF Space Education and Outreach Committee and the IAA Commission VI. Inter-disciplinary in nature, it will explore the societal and cultural contexts of water as they are related to space. Possible topics include: political and economic issues; how the crises affecting oceans impact on society; the way the arts, popular culture and entertainment engage with cultural issues related to water, remote sensing co-ordination and public access; educational programmes relating to water from space, etc.

ChairmenAnnick Bureaud– FRANCEEmail: abureaud@gmail.com

Bijal ThakoreSpace Generation Advisory Council – UNITED KINGDOMEmail: beethakore@yahoo.co.uk

RapporteurAdrian MeyerNYDT – SOUTH AFRICAEmail: nydt@mweb.co.za

E7. 53rd COLLOQUIUM ON THE LAW OF OUTER SPACEThis Symposium organized by the INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SPACE LAW (IISL) addresses various aspects of the law of outer space and is structured in 5 sessions.

E6. BUSINESS INNOVATION SYMPOSIUMThe Symposium will address creative business approaches to serving government and private sector customers, as well as government options for encouraging this activity. Both existing markets (e.g. satellite-based services involving Earth Observation, navigation and communication) and new markets (e.g. space tourim, space-industrialization, space resource utilization) will be considered.CoordinatorsPaul EckertThe Boeing Company – UNITED STATESEmail: paul.a.eckert@boeing.com

CoordinatorsCorinne JorgensonAdvancing Space Consulting Group – UNITED STATESEmail: cmj@advancingspace.com

E7.4. The Current Status of the Rule of Law with Regard to Space ActivitiesSince the adoption of the Moon Agreement in 1979, no other international treaties have been adopted in the United Nations. Rather, first a number of United Nations General Assembly Resolutions on Direct Broadcasting Satellites, Remote Sensing, Nuclear Power Sources were adopted concerning certain areas of uses in outer space. Thereafter, other United Nations General Assembly Resolutions served the purpose of making more concrete certain aspects of international space legislation, such as Article I paragraph 1 of the Outer Space Treaty with the Space Benefits Declaration, or the notion of Launching State in the Liability Convention and the Registration Convention, etc. Against this background, in light of the most recent development of the UN Space Debris Mitigation Guidelines, papers are invited to discuss the current status of the rule of law with regard to outer space activities. (Generally, the “rule of law” means that the law must be prospective, well-known, and have characteristics of generality, equality, and certainty).ChairmenStephan HobeUniversity of Cologne – GERMANYEmail: stephan.hobe@uni-koeln.de

Peter JankowitschAustrian Aeronautics & Space Agency – AUSTRIAEmail: peter.jankowitsch@oefz.at

E7.5. Recent Developments in Space LawIn this session, papers are invited to address legal aspects of the most recent developments in space activities that have taken place since the other session topics have been determined, i.e. since March 2009 only. In addition, papers are invited to address two special issues. Firstly, this concerns the legal aspects of Solar Power Satellites. In this field several high-level technical studies are currently conducted to assess whether such satellites can operate within the existing international regulatory regime and whether such regime is conducive to this newest space application. Secondly, papers are invited to address the ongoing developments and progress in the context of international Intergovernmental agreements on space cooperation and space activities, such as the Agreement on the International Space Station or agreements pertaining to international satellite organizations like ITSO, IMSO, EUTELSAT IGO or ARABSAT.ChairmenFrans G. Von der DunkUniversity of Nebraska, College of Law – USAEmail: fvonderdunk2@unl.edu

K.R. Sridhara MurthiAntrix Corporation – INDIAEmail: krs@antrix.gov.in

IAC 2010 Technical Programme deadlines

Preliminary Congress at a Glance chart

9 November 2009 Opening of the Call for Papers5 March 2010 Deadline for submitting abstracts22-25 March 2010 IPC Spring Meeting in Paris26 April 2010 Official notification to authors26 April 2010 Opening of the manuscript uploading system8 September 2010 Deadline for uploading manuscripts10 September 2010 Deadline for uploading of presentations

Friday 24 Sept

Saturday 25 Sept

Sunday 26 Sept

Monday 27 Sept

Tuesday 28 Sept

Wednesday 29 Sept

Thursday 30 Sept

Friday 1 Oct

08.00 09.00 10.00 11.00 12.00 13.00 14.00 15.00 16.00 17.00 18.00 19.00 20.00 21.00 22.00

UN/IAF Workshop

IAA Academy Day

UN/IAF Welcome Reception

UN/IAF Workshop Dinner Hosted by LOC

IAA Dinner

Opening Ceremony

Exhibition Opening

Plenary Event 1 Heads of Agency Technical Sessions

Technical Sessions

Plenary Event 3

Plenary Event 5

Plenary Event 2

Plenary Event 4

Plenary Event 6

Plenary Event 7

Technical Sessions

IISL Moot Court Competition

Plenary Event 8

Closing Ceremony

Highlight Lecture 1

Highlight Lecture 2

Highlight Lecture 3

Highlight Lecture 4

Welcome Reception Opening Festival

Social event

IISL Dinner Students Party

Gala Dinner

E7.3. Legal Aspects of Space SecurityRecent anti-satellite tests and the EU Proposal for a Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities of December 2008 as well as other initiatives like the Russian-Chinese proposal for a treaty demilitarizing outer space (‘Treaty on the Prevention of the Placement of Weapons in Outer Space, the Threat or Use Of Force Against Outer Space Objects’), together with the collision of a Russian defunct satellite with an operational US Satellite in early 2009, sparked broad international debate amongst experts and decision-makers alike. Papers in this session are invited to analyze the legal aspects related to the need for keeping space safe for civilian as well as military operations avoiding the weaponization of space at the same time. Papers are also encouraged to address the most recent proposals in this context and to present ideas for the further development of space law addressed to the relevant international forums.ChairmenKai-Uwe SchroglEuropean Space Policy Institute (ESPI) – AUSTRIAEmail: kai-uwe.schrogl@espi.or.at

Vladlen S. VereshchetinFormer Member of the International Court of Justice – THE NETHERLANDSEmail: vsvereshchetin@ziggo.nl

RapporteurKarl AbendscheinBerliner, Corcoran & Rowe, L.L.P. – UNITED STATESEmail: kwa@bcr-dc.com

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Instructions for submitting an abstractThe IAC 2010 Call for Papers will open on 9 November 2009 and close on 5 March 2010. Please check the IAF website regularly (www.iafastro.org) to get the latest updates on the Technical Programme.

Paper selectionSubmitted abstracts will be evaluated by the Session Chairs on the basis of technical quality. Any relevance to the Congress main theme of ‘Space for human benefit and exploration’ will be considered as an advantage.

The criteria for the selection will be defined according to the following specifications:

• Abstracts should specify: purpose, methodology, results and conclusions.

• Abstracts should indicate that substantive technical and/or programmatic content is included

• Abstracts should clearly indicate that the material is new and original; explain why and how.

• Prospective authors should certify that the paper was not presented at a previous meeting and that financing and attendance of an author at the respective IAC at Prague to present the paper is assured.

Types of paperTechnical SessionsAuthors having a paper accepted in a regular technical session will be asked to make an oral presentation of a duration of 10 to 20 minutes (exact time will be communicated in the Official Notification Letter on 26 April 2010). Presenters are asked to make an oral presentation with help of a PowerPoint presentation (maximum 20 slides).

Interactive SessionsAuthors accepted in an Interactive Session will be asked to make a 5 minute oral presentation (excluding Questions & Answers) and to present a display in the dedicated zone during the display Session organised on Thursday 30 September 2010. Authors who have prepared a display are supposed to be present on that day.

The display zone is specifically for presenters elected to submit papers for the technical interactive session which are designed to stimulate discussion and provide networking opportunities.

Authors interested in conveying technical details during their presentation will submit an abstract to a regular technical session. If the idea is to hold discussions or seek collaborators and partners, it will then be better to submit an abstract to one of the available interactive session.

Electronic abstract submission procedureAbstract language English

Abstract length 400 words

Co-authors Max. 4

Submission of abstract for the upcoming Congress must be done exclusively on www.iafastro.org.

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International Astronautical Federation (IAF)The IAC proceedings will be distributed as a DVD to all regular Congress participants. More information about the IAC paper archive is available on www.iafastro.org.

International Academy of Astronautics (IAA)Authors should follow the above general procedure. An additional suitability requirement is that the proposed topic must be related to a potential or on-going IAA Study Group activity.

International Institute of Space Law (IISL)Authors should follow the above instructions for the submission of their abstracts. In addition to the IAC Proceedings DVD, the papers of the Colloquium, along with other materials, will be published in the Proceedings of IISL by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

Authors who qualify may request to be considered for the Dr I.H. Ph. Diederiks-Verschoor Award for Best Paper. Please contact the IISL secretary for the regulations at secretary@iislweb.org.

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Pražský Hrad / Prague Castle

Václavské nám. / Wenceslav Square

Národní muzeum / National Museum

Židovský hřbitov / Jewish Cemetery

Staroměstské nám. / Old Town Square

Karlův most / Charles Bridge

Hlavní nádraží / Main Train Station

Orientační body / Landmarks

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Prague – a jewel in the heart of Europe

Congress city of central Europe

Prague is a glittering jewel of art and architecture nestling snugly at the heart of Europe. Home to emperors and kings, artists and astronomers, this beautiful and fascinating city has worked its subtle magic on generations of visitors, and lent inspiration to musicians and writers from Mozart to Dvorák and Kafka to Klíma.

The city is built on seven hills along the banks of the river Vltava and has been the focal point of Bohemia since the 9th century.

There are many historical buildings, palaces and churches, old lanes and beautiful gardens. Sometimes called the ‘Golden Prague’ or the ‘City of hundred spires’, Prague has been the residential town of the Bohemian kings for several dynasties. It became the capital of Czechoslovakia in 1918 and has been the capital of the Czech Republic since 1993.

The most important period in the development of the city was the reign of Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, in the 15th century. It was then that the Charles bridge over the Vltava river was built and Charles University, the oldest university in Central Europe, was founded.

Prague is among the most frequently visited cities in the world. But places of interest for tourists are not all in the city itself - every part of Bohemia and Moravia has something to offer.

For some, it is old cathedrals and picturesque corners of historical towns, others value a silent mountain valley or the mysterious atmosphere of romantic ruins and ancient castles.

The social life is rich too. Take, for example, the Bohemian and Moravian spas. Very famous is the so called ‘Bath Triangle’ which consists of the world famous spas - Karlovy Vary, Marianske Lazne and Frantiskovy Lazne, visited by many famous people past and present.

As well as its many cultural treasures, Prague offers another precious commodity – the liquid gold of Bohemian beer. The Czechs have been brewing since at least the 9th century – they invented Pilsner, the world’s first clear, golden lager, in 1842 - and Czech breweries still produce some of the world’s finest beers.

Prague is a city of very high standards, offering both historical and modern conference venues, hotels, restaurants and places of interest.

When holding conferences in this beautiful city, we find that our clients are more than satisfied with the variety of excellent venues that provide a high standard of hospitality, with overall costs being very competitive when compared to other European cities.

Thanks to its location, Prague has always been an important crossroads of trade and culture. In the course of its thousand-year history, Prague has always been the political, cultural and business centre of the country.

PRAGUE Some key features

Prague has a designated UNESCO World Cultural

and Natural Heritage area of more than eight square

kilometres

Over 100 theatres, concert halls, galleries, etc

All hotels are situated within five to 30 minutes

from the city centre

Prague Congress Centre is just five minutes by Public

transport from the city centre

Prague is a destination serviced by many airlines,

with good ground connections

Prague Congress Centre

The Prague Congress Centre (PCC) is ideally located near the city centre with a panoramic view of Prague Castle. It is easily accessible by both public and private transport. It has its own metro station and extensive parking facilities.

Prague Congress Centre (PCC) třída 5. května 65 140 21 Prague 4 Czech Republic

www.kcp.cz

One of the modern architectural landmarks of Prague and the largest convention and culture centre in the Czech Republic, it is fitted with high-quality equipment in terms of audiovisual technology, air-conditioning, energy connections and communications, ISDN data links, GSM and modern hall technologies. The quality of these amenities ensures that the Prague Congress Centre complies with required international standards.

AccommodationGUARANT International is the official hotel accommodation agent for the 61st International Astronautical Congress and will handle all related arrangements.

A number of hotels of various categories at reduced rates will be available for participants of IAC 2010. Please see the website at www.iac2010.cz for further information.

Currency and exchange ratesThe official currency of the Czech Republic is the Czech Crown - Česká koruna (CZK = Kč). Exchange of foreign currency is available at Prague International Airport and at most hotels, banks and exchange offices throughout the city. International credit cards are accepted for payments in hotels, restaurants and shops. Payment in cash in EUR is also available in some restaurants and shops.

You can find the official exchange rates on the website of the Czech National Bank at www.cnb.cz.

Public transportPrague has an efficient and modern metro complemented by bus, tram and railway transport. The well-developed transport system also connects Prague with towns and villages within 40-50 km radius.

Time zoneThe Czech Republic is on Central European Time – Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) plus 1 hour. Summer time (GMT +2 hours) operates between April and October.

Useful contacts

Czech Space OfficeKaterinska 10,

128 00 Prague 2 Czech Republic

Tel: +420 224 918 288 Fax: +420 224 918 288

e-mail: info@czechspace.cz www.czechspace.cz

Congress SecretariatGUARANT International

Opletalova 22 110 00 Prague 1 Czech Republic

Tel: +420 284 001 444 Fax: +420 284 001 448

e-mail: iac2010@guarant.cz www.iac2010.cz

Congress venuePrague Congress Centre

třída 5. kvĕtna 65 140 21 Prague 4 Czech Republic

www.kcp.cz

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