Abstract An astronomical publication reads much more pleasantly with some pictures. A picture of Jupiter or the Andromeda Galaxy for example. But what about subjects of which there are no pictures? Think of an exoplanet or an interstellar comet, or a phenomenon discovered by radio telescope. Then 'artist impressions' bring salvation. An essential bio Daniëlle Read More
Abstract The new space economy is booming at increasing pace, since the first years of 21st Century. The sector moved first steps, from 1997 to 2004, when about 20 companies competed to win the X-Prize. The $10 million Ansari XPRIZE was conceived and funded by the philanthropists Peter Diamandis and Gregg Maryniak, with the purpose Read More
Abstract Psychology is a science that studies the human mind and its functions, primarily those that affect human behaviour. Psychology promotes productive and effective communication, avoids unnecessary conflicts and regulates our mood, motivation, resilience and self-esteem. Psychology explores the concepts of perception, attention, emotion, motivation, brain functioning, intelligence, thinking, personal relationships, consciousness and unconsciousness. The Read More
Abstract "We have a mission to Jupiter!" – Those were the words of Andrea Accomazzo, flight director of the latest ESA mission after successful launch of the JUICE spacecraft on April 14th. The pre-last Ariane 5 rose and shot precisely through the clouds in Kourou and deployed JUICE in an orbit around the sun where Read More
Abstract Although most advocates of space settlement have focused on the potential value of natural resources and energy from space to nations on Earth the most important contribution will from the technology that will be developed to enable sustainable communities in space. The technologies necessary to create the closed cycle economy that is required for Read More
Abstract Why blue-greenish sunsets and red sky? Was the Mars an Earth-like blue planet? How is Mars through the eyes of a NASA Mars Exploration Rover? Such exciting questions will be discussed in the talk of Franz Renz. A short bio Franz Renz is Austrian, got his first degree in mechanical engineering, studied chemistry and Read More
Abstract Since 2015, reusable rockets have dramatically decreased the cost of transportation from Earth to orbit. Such process is paving the path toward a civilian space development and astropolitical uses of space as well. 2015 can now be identified as a “turning point” in history, signifying a change of paradigm, from “traditional” aerospace to a Read More
Abstract In the context of ESA’s open call for proposals “Clean Energy from Space” which sought novel ideas related to Space-Based Solar Power (SBSP) systems, Astrostrom GmbH has been investigating the feasibility of the "Greater Earth Lunar Power Station" (GE⊕-LPS) designed to provide power from space to operations on the lunar surface. This is a Read More
Abstract Since the launch of Sputnik in Oct 1957, the nations (and companies) of Earth have continually added to the collection of artificial satellites and other space vehicles in Earth orbit. In orbit now are communications, navigation, weather, Earth observation and science satellites as well as human occupied space stations. These human made space objects Read More
Abstract Heritage is an evolving resource that supports identity, memory and sense of place and has a crucial role in achieving sustainable development. Humanity has a common responsibility to the past – to protect it so that we may move forward to the future in unity. Unfortunately, historic sites, our heritage, in outer space – Read More
Rocket City-native Chris Wade is a scifi / fantasy artist who describes his art as “ethereal with a whimsical and dark surreal style,” often pulling inspiration from the world he experiences in dreams. His work explores ethereal internal landscapes featuring abandoned Space Age machinery presented in a dystopian, yet dreamy aesthetic, with the goal of Read More
“Only by expanding the domain of life into space can we fulfill the 17 SDGs on Earth in the long term. Therefore, the Space Renaissance International and the National Space Society, in partnership with many other space organizations, urge UN COPUOS State Parties to develop and introduce a resolution for a Space 18th Sustainable Development Read More
