EUSTM: European Steps towards Space Traffic Management
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- Publication Date
- Oct 25, 2021
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- HAL-Descartes
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- English
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Abstract
The rapid increase of space activities raises concerns about the safety, security and sustainability of future space operations. The EU has started working on an independent space surveillance and tracking (SST) capability, demonstrating leadership in space traffic management (STM). In this context, supported by the EU’s H2020 research and innovation programme (GA 101004319), EUSTM (“Space Traffic Management for XXI Century Space Operations”) is a comprehensive project that analyses the current STM support competences in Europe and defines the related needs for an autonomous European STM capability. It covers technology, governance, legal, regulatory, standardization, strategy and policy aspects and it will recommend STM guidelines and best practices. In addition, it aims to further develop and fortify the European network of space traffic management experts and increase the awareness of space traffic management and related topics amongst wider audiences.
