TRENDS IN THE SPACE INDUSTRY Space industry is influenced by the technological trends to shape its development. The trends are listed as the following:
Advanced space manufacturing To enhance the quality and utility of space-related products such as mission-critical parts, robotics, and tools for in-space services. SPACE MANUFACTURING
Why it matters
• The progress made in the design and implementation of enhanced robotic systems and the utilisation of light-based manufacturing. • Automation and additive manufacturing (3D printing) play vital roles for the development of large-scale space constructions, reusable launch vehicles, and satellite sensors.
SPACECRAFT PROPULSION
Why it matters
Smart Propulsion (electric, non-toxic)
• Global startups and scaleups develop several solutions ranging from electric, green, and water-based propulsion to iodine- based propulsion systems to enable the next generation of clean thrusters in space.
Why it matters
In-space spacecraft propulsion is an important subsystem for satellite constellations.
• Many innovations are happening in this area, and it’s an important aspect of developing more efficient and effective satellites.
IN-ORBIT SERVICE (IOS)
Why it matters
These activities include non-contact support,
• Provides the satellite industry with an attractive value proposition in an environment of falling capacity prices, rapid technology changes, and uncertainty in capital expenditures. • In-orbit services are currently feasible even if most satellites are not designed to be serviced.
orbit modification (relocation) and maintenance, refuelling and commodities replenishment, upgrade, repair, assembly, and debris mitigation. Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI) involves the application of AI algorithms and methodologies to geospatial data to solve complex problems, and analysis of large, unstructured datasets to enhance decision-making in various domains. AI & DATA ANALYTICS
Why it matters
• AI improves the process of examining and interpreting data to uncover patterns, relationships, and insights from signals and data sent by satellites to the ground station. This includes the data on astrogeology, which encompasses the scientific investigation of the geological processes and features present on celestial bodies within our solar including star and Galaxy Mapping.
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