Advances in Next Generation Satellites

Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Scope and Methodology

• 1. Scope of the Research Service
• 2. Methodology

Overview

• 1. Technology Snapshot
• 2. Presence in Space

2. TECHNOLOGY VIEWPOINT AND ADOPTION FACTOR ANALYSIS

Technology Primer

• 1. Satellite Primer
• 2. Applications

Strategic Analysis

• 1. Technology Drivers
• 2. Technology Restraints
• 3. Military Control of Space

3. ASSESSMENT OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

Innovations and Developments in this Sector

• 1. Solar Sails Push Satellites
• 2. Water-Powered Satellites
• 3. Transformation Communications Satellites in Space
• 4. Galileo Blasts Upwards
• 5. Advanced Hyperspectral Imaging Sensors
• 6. Enhanced Weather Forecasting
• 7. Potential Enhancements in IR Imaging
• 8. Satellite-Based Trailer Tracking
• 9. GeoEye Remote Sensing Systems
• 10. Space-Based Navigation Systems
• 11. Company Profile--SpaceDev
• 12. Company Profile--Aeroastro

Microsats

• 1. Micro Satellite Technology Experiment (MiTEx) in Orbit
• 2. Students Build Cubesats
• 3. Reusing Junk--Suitsat Orbits the Earth
• 4. Countries Coordinate on Disaster Monitoring Constellation

Potential Replacements for Satellites

• 1. Stratellites Offer Alternative to Satellites
• 2. Airships as Communication Relays
• 3. Aircraft-Based Replacements

4. DIRECTORY OF PATENTS AND KEY CONTACTS

Key Patents

• 1. Patent Analysis Methodology
• 2. Patents--Core Satellite Technology
• 3. Patents--Related Technology

Database of Key Industry Participants

• 1. Corporate
• 2. Other Contacts

5. DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE

Database Tables

• 1. World Satellite Database by Coverage
• 2. World Satellite Database by Manufacturer
• 3. World Satellite Imagery Companies
• 4. World GIS Software Companies in the Market
• 5. Telecom Spending by Business Subscribers (1999-2006)
• 6. Telecom Spending by Government Subscribers (1999-2006)
• 7. Telecom Spending by Residential Subscribers (1999-2006)