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Feb 3, 2026

Duality in Space

RAND researchers discuss the challenges of defining and governing dual-use space systems—technologies that can serve both civilian and military purposes—across geographic regions and political contexts.
Expert Insights

Feb 3, 2026

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume II, Europe-Eurasia Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

These proceedings share details on a workshop about dual-use space systems (those capable of performing both civilian and military operations) with space stakeholders from Europe and the Middle East from government, private, and research sectors.
Expert Insights

Feb 3, 2026

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume III, Indo-Pacific Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

These proceedings share details on a workshop examining dual-use space systems (those capable of performing both civilian and military operations) that included space stakeholders from the Indo-Pacific from government, private, and research sectors.
Expert Insights

Feb 3, 2026

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume I, Americas Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

These proceedings provide details on a workshop examining dual-use space systems (those capable of performing both civilian and military operations) that included space stakeholders from the Americas from government, private, and research sectors.
Research

Dec 30, 2025

Order in Orbit: Operationalizing an International Space Traffic Management Organization

The need for effective international space traffic management has never been more pressing. In this report, the authors provide a roadmap for moving from the existing decentralized context to a common international space traffic management system.
Commentary

Nov 13, 2025

Germany's €35 Billion Bet on Military Space Capability

Modern life and national security depend on space, yet satellites remain dangerously exposed to attack. Germany plans to invest €35 billion by 2030 to strengthen its military space capabilities, reduce reliance on others, and safeguard Europe’s role in an increasingly contested domain.
Research

Oct 28, 2025

Tracking Multinational Corporate Climate Action from Space: A Measurement Framework for Evaluating Supply Chain Policies using Satellite Monitoring and Climate Disclosures

In this dissertation, the author analyzes how supply chain policies for climate change mitigation have manifested among multinational companies, how the policies’ effects have migrated across borders, and whether the policies are effective.
Research

Sep 22, 2025

Evaluation of the Centre for Earth Observation Instrumentation: Final report

CEOI is an important feature of the UK Earth Observation landscape, funding innovative projects which lead to enhanced technological progression and promising mission concepts. The programme is well liked by grant recipients, and is well run.
Research

Aug 21, 2025

Mission Review: James Webb Space Telescope

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is an infrared space telescope developed by the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) with contributions from the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
Research

Aug 21, 2025

Mission Review: Solar Orbiter

Solar Orbiter is a Sun-observing probe developed by the European Space Agency (ESA) with contributions from the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Research

Aug 14, 2025

U.S. Space Policymaking in a New Era of Commercialization: From Launch to Lunar Operations

The author examines the role of commercial companies in the U.S. space industry and recommends oversight functions to monitor the safety, security, and economic stability of commercial services.
Commentary

Jul 28, 2025

Why the United States Should Not Fear a Space Pearl Harbor

U.S. defense analysts have long warned of a potential 'Space Pearl Harbor,' but encouraging trends in technological innovation and defensive countermeasures are now increasing the resilience of U.S. satellite constellations against Chinese counterspace attacks.

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Duality in Space

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume II, Europe-Eurasia Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume III, Indo-Pacific Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume I, Americas Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

Order in Orbit: Operationalizing an International Space Traffic Management Organization

Germany's €35 Billion Bet on Military Space Capability

Tracking Multinational Corporate Climate Action from Space: A Measurement Framework for Evaluating Supply Chain Policies using Satellite Monitoring and Climate Disclosures

Evaluation of the Centre for Earth Observation Instrumentation: Final report

Mission Review: James Webb Space Telescope

Mission Review: Solar Orbiter

U.S. Space Policymaking in a New Era of Commercialization: From Launch to Lunar Operations

Why the United States Should Not Fear a Space Pearl Harbor

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Related Topics

How to Prevent Catastrophe in Outer Space

The Effects of High-Altitude Nuclear Explosions on Non-Military Satellites

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Duality in Space

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume II, Europe-Eurasia Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume III, Indo-Pacific Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

Surveying Duality in Space: Volume I, Americas Workshop Insights on Developing, Deploying, and Governing Dual-Use Space Systems

Order in Orbit: Operationalizing an International Space Traffic Management Organization

Germany's €35 Billion Bet on Military Space Capability

Tracking Multinational Corporate Climate Action from Space: A Measurement Framework for Evaluating Supply Chain Policies using Satellite Monitoring and Climate Disclosures

Evaluation of the Centre for Earth Observation Instrumentation: Final report

Mission Review: James Webb Space Telescope

Mission Review: Solar Orbiter

U.S. Space Policymaking in a New Era of Commercialization: From Launch to Lunar Operations

Why the United States Should Not Fear a Space Pearl Harbor

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