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1. The complicating role of the private sector in space.

Author

Samson, Victoria

Subjects
*PRIVATE sector, *OFFENSIVE behavior, *NATIONAL security, *NATION-state
Abstract

National security in space has long focused on the threat posed by potentially offensive capabilities or behavior of nation-states. However, there is a huge shift in the type of dominant actor in space and this may result in instability, caused by ripple effects disrupting the existing governance structure and demonstrating the slipping rank of Russia as a space superpower. As a result, the fundamental nature of space is changing, and with that change comes disruption as to how the domain has been governed to date. If international governance does not evolve along with the domain, then we run the risk of seeing inadvertent escalations or even conflict between countries as a result. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022
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2. Starlinked! An analysis of SpaceX's small satellite mega-constellation under the Fourth Amendment.

Author

Bhatia, Khushboo

Subjects
*SPACE exploration, *BROADBAND communication systems, *OUTER space
Abstract

Private commercialization is making broadband internet accessible through a new frontier: space. Space Exploration Holdings, LLC (SpaceX), is launching a mega-constellation of thousands of small-satellites into low-Earth orbit to provide fixed-satellite service across the globe. In order to do so, SpaceX was required to receive a license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The licensing regime is part of a larger international regulatory framework based on five governing treaties – the Outer Space Treaty, Rescue Agreement, Liability Convention, Registration Convention, and the Moon Treaty. Compliance with these treaties is managed through the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) an agency of the United Nations. In this instance, the FCC's domestic licensing processes ensure compliance by the United States to the ITU's procedures and the treaties. The role of the FCC in maintaining these regulatory operations may, however, introduce risks to consumer privacy. This paper explores the tension between government regulation of information and communication technologies, specifically, small satellite mega-constellations and the right to privacy under the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2023
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4. Verizon explains its switcheroo in the satellite space wars.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
SMARTPHONES
Abstract

Earlier this year, Verizon didn't see a compelling case for satellite coverage in smartphones beyond what Apple is doingThat all changed when it struck a deal [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2024

5. Verizon commits $100M in AST SpaceMobile deal.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
VERIZON Communications Inc., SPACE Exploration Technologies Corp.
Abstract

AST SpaceMobile and Verizon announced a strategic partnership with a commitment of $100 million from Verizon. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2024

7. BT confirms Starlink tests as it explores remote connectivity options.

Author

Morris, Anne

Subjects
WIRELESS Internet, INTERNET access, ORBITS (Astronomy), NATURAL satellites
Abstract

BT confirmed it is in talks with Starlink over the possibility of using the SpaceX-owned satellite operator's low-earth orbit (LEO) constellation to improve broadband and mobile connectivity, although indications are that no deal has been agreed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2024

8. Iridium shifts D2D strategy to 3GPP-based Project Stardust.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
IRIDIUM, SMARTPHONES, NATURAL satellites
Abstract

A year ago at CES, Iridium announced its plans with Qualcomm to offer a satellite-based messaging service for Android phones. Those plans were shelved late last year, but Iridium is now back with a new plan and a standardized approach. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2024

9. FCC moves to streamline satellite application rules.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
EARTH stations, SPACE stations
Abstract

The FCC adopted new rules to expedite its processing of space and earth station applications to meet the needs of the commercial space sector. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2023

10. Satellite phone market to generate $18B by 2027: CCS.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
IRIDIUM, MARKETING forecasting
Abstract

CCS forecasts the market to generate $18 billion in revenue by 2027 and to be available to over 4.8 billion people worldwide. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2023

11. A Space-Based Solution to Improve Roadway Safety and Efficiency in Virginia: Real-Time Winter Weather Data for Navigation; Examining Social and Scientific Aspects of the Satellite Constellation Controversy

Subjects
astronomy, co-production, Starlink, CubeSats, satellites, coproduction, weather, CubeSat, Satellite constellations, space debris, space junk, SpaceX
Abstract

The technical project was completed as part of the MAE 4600/4700 Spacecraft Design capstone course. As part of the MITRE University Innovation Exchange (UIX) Space Initiative, the capstone class was tasked with developing solutions to improve transportation efficiency and safety in Virginia. The class developed a conceptual design solution to address one aspect of Virginia’s transportation problems using remote sensing and data fusion methods. The solution is a remote sensing CubeSat constellation that will help alleviate weather-related traffic congestion and improve roadway safety. A high-resolution camera on the spacecraft will observe roadways from low Earth orbit (LEO) and detect snow or ice conditions using an assortment of spectral bands, and this data will be delivered to drivers, roadway managers, and first responders. The STS research paper focuses on the evolution of satellite constellations. Recent advancements in technology and consumer demand have led to a new wave of ambitious internet constellations. The number of satellites in orbit is expected to skyrocket as these networks become more common. At the forefront of this new era is SpaceX with its internet project known as Starlink. While this endeavor hopes to provide internet access to users anywhere on the entire planet, several opponent groups have expressed their concerns about the light pollution effects, which are detrimental to astronomical observations, and the dangers of rapidly accumulating space debris. The evolution of this technology will be analyzed through co-production, an STS framework that relates the inseparable influences of science, technology, and society. The topic of the STS research paper was partially based on the technical project and partially based on my personal interests. The proposed solution to the technical problem is a remote-sensing satellite constellation. Since satellites are becoming increasingly widespread, the detrimental effects on astronomy are becoming more well-known. I have seen the effects of abundant satellite trails firsthand through my hobby as an amateur astrophotographer. Both of these influences led me to research the ethical considerations related to large-scale constellation projects. Hopefully, companies planning future mega-constellations like Starlink will find ways to help underserved communities while minimizing the impacts on astronomy and space debris.

Published
2021
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13. Lynk acquires FCC license for commercial satellite-to-phone service.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
DROWNING, SMARTPHONES
Abstract

Given all the attention swirling around big-name entities, one might get the impression that Lynk Global is getting drowned out of the satellite-to-mobile-phone messaging. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022

14. Lynk Global moves closer to reality with BICS deal.

Author

Marek, Sue

Subjects
SATELLITE cells
Abstract

Lynk Global, a Falls Church, Virginia-based startup that aims to connect its satellites to cell phones to provide cellular service in remote areas, signed a deal with BICS, a wholesale provider of [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022

15. Swarm continues to aim skyward one year after SpaceX deal.

Author

O'Shea, Dan

Subjects
MERGERS & acquisitions, MICROSPACECRAFT, INTERNET of things
Abstract

It has been almost one year since Elon Musk's SpaceX completed its acquisition of Swarm Technologies, a company using very small satellites to provide Internet of Things connectivity to remote geog [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022

17. Elon Musk's Twitter withdrawal helps Dish's efforts at 12 GHz: analysts.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
TABLEWARE, 5G networks
Abstract

New Street Research (NSR) analysts believe the Elon Musk/Twitter legal battle eventually will improve the prospects for Dish Network in obtaining terrestrial rights for the 12 GHz band. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2022

19. SpaceX satellite blast-off means Iridium is almost there with new fleet.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
ARTIFICIAL satellites, TELECOMMUNICATION, MOBILE communication systems
Abstract

Iridium has successfully launched satellites 56 to 65 of its new fleet, almost completing the replacement of its initial fleet dating from the late 1990s. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2018

20. Iridium satellite fleet 'nearly half way' to replacement.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
TELECOMMUNICATION satellites, VANDENBERG Air Force Base (Calif.), BROADBAND communication systems
Abstract

Iridium is almost half way to replacing its operational fleet of 66 satellites, following its third successful SpaceX launch yesterday. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

21. Iridium and SpaceX successfully launch satellites as planned.

Author

Bannerman, Natalie

Subjects
ARTIFICIAL satellite launching
Abstract

Partnership between Iridium and SpaceX results in successful second deployment of the Falcon 9 rocket carrying 10 Iridium Next satellites into low earth orbit from California. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

22. Broadband satellite capacity set to rocket from 2018.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
GEOSTATIONARY satellites, SATELLITE launching ships, BANDWIDTHS, AIRCRAFT industry, FINANCE, MANAGEMENT, EQUIPMENT & supplies
Abstract

Satellite bandwidth available to the carrier industry is about to rise significantly after years of slow growth, with 3G and 4G backhaul among the fastest growing sectors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

23. Iridium's to launch next 10 satellites on Sunday.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
ROCKET launching, ARTIFICIAL satellites
Abstract

Iridium is due to launch 10 new satellites for its new fleet on Sunday. If successful, the launch with mean the company will be a quarter of the way through its programme to replace its 20-year-old fleet. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

24. Iridium plans SpaceX launches through to satellite number 75.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
ARTIFICIAL satellite launching
Abstract

Iridium - which put its first new satellites into orbit last month - has confirmed that all its further launches will be handled by SpaceX through to early next year. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

25. Successful launch means Iridium starts replacing aging satellites.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
MARKETING strategy, TELECOMMUNICATION satellites, INTERNET of things, MACHINE-to-machine communications
Abstract

Satellite company Iridium began the much-needed replacement of its aging fleet on Saturday when 10 new satellites went into orbit. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

28. All 4 rocket launches scrubbed — firms will try again.

Author

Sarah Ravani

Abstract

SpaceX canceled a flight scheduled to lift off Tuesday morning that would have launched a rocket carrying a new GPS satellite for the U.S. Air Force, officials said. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2018

36. In 5G proceeding, SpaceX urges FCC to protect future satellite ventures.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
SPACE Exploration Technologies Corp., UNITED States. Federal Communications Commission
Abstract

The article reports that space transport firm Space Exploration Technologies is urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to consider future uses of K-band spectrum.

Published
2015

37. High-flying 2.0 satellite ventures not likely to fail like 1.0 satellite firms.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
TELECOMMUNICATION spectrum
Abstract

The article offers information on several projects of the satellite communication firms Iridium, Globalstar and OneWeb. It mentions that Iridium's subsidiary firm Aireon will provide global air traffic monitoring as of 2017. Topics discussed include the U.S. Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) verdict on the use of Terrestrial Low Power Service to relieve crowded Wi-Fi spectrum by Globalstar, spectrum rights to OneWeb with the FCC, and capacity of balloons of the technology firm Google.

Published
2015

38. Qualcomm teams with Branson on OneWeb satellite venture as SpaceX CEO pursues rival constellation.

Author

Alleven, Monica

Subjects
TELECOMMUNICATION satellites
Abstract

The article focuses on the partnership of the wireless-technology company Qualcomm Inc. with Richard Branson, founder of the investment firm Virgin Group Ltd. for the satellite venture of the firm OneWeb Ltd. It states that the project forged by former Google Satellite executive Greg Wyler focuses on developing high-speed Internet service. It also focuses on the partnership of with SpaceX and Tesla Motors Inc. co-founder Elon Musk with Qualcomm.

Published
2015

42. Iridium aims at full replacement by mid-2018.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
IRIDIUM satellite network (Telecommunications), TELECOMMUNICATION, DRAGON (Spacecraft), ORBITS (Astronomy)
Abstract

Iridium satellite fleet 'nearly half way' to replacement by mid-2018 after SpaceX puts satellites 21-30 into orbit in third successful launch [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

43. Iridium confirms new satellite launch date.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
ARTIFICIAL satellite launching
Abstract

As first new satellites in two decades go into service, Iridium says SpaceX will launch another 10 at end of June [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

44. Iridium ready to launch next 10 satellites.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
TELECOMMUNICATION satellites, TELECOMMUNICATION, IRIDIUM satellite network (Telecommunications)
Abstract

Second batch of 10 satellites of replacement fleet due for launch in four days [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

45. 3G and 4G backhaul set to boost satellite demand.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
3G networks, 4G networks, TELECOMMUNICATION satellites, BROADBAND communication systems
Abstract

Broadband satellite demand is set to rise over the next few years, with 100 launches planned between now and 2025 [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

46. Iridium starts new satellite launches.

Author

Burkitt-Gray, Alan

Subjects
TELECOMMUNICATION satellites, INTERNET of things
Abstract

SpaceX launches first 10 of Iridium's 70 new satellites, to replace 1990s Motorola fleet [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2017

50. Elon Musk’s Next Mission: Internet Satellites.

Author

Pasztor, Rolfe Winkler And Andy

Subjects
MUSK, Elon, 1971-, SPACE Exploration Technologies Corp., IRIDIUM Communications Inc., UNITED States. National Aeronautics & Space Administration, GOOGLE Inc., WYLER, Greg
Published
2014

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