Catalog

Technical programme

IAC-09 — 60th International Astronautical Congress

E5. SPACE ACTIVITY AND SOCIETY

This 20th 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 (eg development and structure; arts and culture; spin-offs to improve everyday life, etc.). The symposium will also consider society’s expectations from space activities.

Coordinator

David Raitt
— The Netherlands

Geoffrey Languedoc
Canadian Aeronautics & Space Institute (CASI) — Canada

E5.1. Technology Transfer Trends

Technology transfer is the process of using technology, expertise, know-how or facilities for a purpose not originally intended by the developing organization. The transfer can be two ways: both spin-off as well as spin-in. This session will cover the latest trends and developments in the exciting field of technology transfer. Papers are invited which explore and discuss topics in the following areas: the cooperative partnerships between technology suppliers and receivers as well as with intermediaries which are required for successful technology transfer – this includes the need for effective technology transfer agreements and MoUs with foreign sources; the creative financing instruments for such partnerships as well as the need for seed and investment funds for entrepreneurs and start-ups; innovative technology transfer applications and impact in areas which benefit the public such as medical rehabilitation, health care, disease control, safety and security, disaster mitigation, and food and shelter; and the opportunities which may present themselves in new markets where there is a need for advanced technologies to improve products as well as the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Chairman

David Raitt
— The Netherlands

Nona Cheeks
Retired NASA — United States

Rapporteur: Cecilia Hertz
Umbilical Design AB — Sweden

E5.2. Space Expectations: How the Public Views Space Activities

Space 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 a similar session at the 59th IAC in Glasgow, this session will relate to the study and thus invites papers 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.

Chairman

Peter Swan
Space Elevator Development Corporation — United States

David Raitt
— The Netherlands

Rapporteur: Cathy Swan
SouthWest Analytic Network — United States

E5.3. The Architecture of Space: New Frontiers of 21st Century Space Architecture and Entrepreneurship for a New Generation of Explorers.

The IAA Study Group 6.9, The Architecture of Space: Tools for Development in the 21st Century concluded in 2008 at the IAC in Glasgow. Continuing development with the related theme from Space and Society Symposiums sessions, Valencia 2006, Hyderabad 2007 and Glasgow 2008, the multi-disciplinary aspects of Space Architecture, Space Tourism and Entrepreneurship will be addressed. This session seeks papers on topics including, but not limited to: integration and applications of synergetic design efforts involving architecture, human factors, ergonomics, man-machine interfaces, information technology, life-support systems, entrepreneurship opportunities, psychology, art, and sociology.

Chairman

Richard Clar
Art Technologies — United States

Olga Bannova
University of Houston — United States

Rapporteur: David Wong
— United Kingdom

E5.4. Space and Society

This session will include short discussion papers from the three main E5 sessions - covering technology transfer, space architecture and the expectation of society regarding space activities.

Chairman

David Raitt
— The Netherlands

Peter Swan
Space Elevator Development Corporation — United States

Rapporteur: Cecilia Hertz
Umbilical Design AB — Sweden