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Special Reminder for Conference Participation
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In the current era of space exploration, each space mission builds to a pivotal moment near
its completion in which the entirety of a project’s efforts and endeavors are put to the test. In
the operations phase, the successes and failures, the achievements and oversights of all prior
mission phases become manifest. This is a point where we know whether or not it is on the way to
success.
However, due to risks presented by a hostile and unknown space environment, increasingly
complex technologies required, and growing costs compounded by shrinking budgets, the
effort required to even reach this phase is monumental. As these challenges will not diminish
moving forward, the cultivation of an increasingly coordinated and globally synergistic SpaceOps
community is desirable as a foundation from which we can overcome these difficulties together.
With the inclusion of a truly global community, we can make possible greater ambitions in the
future by working together and fostering greater technical interchange.
If your organization is new to the Space Operations domain, we encourage you to come to
SpaceOps conference to share your ideas, plans, techniques and technologies with others. If your
organization is already familiar with the Space Operations domain, you will find a great opportunity
to gather necessary feedback for your projects and missions at SpaceOps conference, as well as
a chance to develop ties with colleagues devoted to the space sector, which may one day be your
partners.
As a truly global community, we can make great progress in the future by working together and
fostering technical interchange. In this spirit, SpaceOps is pleased to welcome all of the “startup”
teams and space experts who are interested in the field of Space Operations to the SpaceOps
2016 conference. What makes this conference so exceptional is that a special topic,“Emerging
Space Operations in Asia and Developing Countries” has been added under the theme of
"Expanding the Space Community."
We, the SpaceOps Community, firmly believe that with an enthusiastically communicating and
networking Space Operations community, we all become stronger – and mankind’s dream to
utilize and explore space becomes a reality.
Welcome to SpaceOps 2016
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About SpaceOps
Welcome to SpaceOps 2016
The International Committee on Technical Interchange for Space Mission Operations and Ground
Data Systems (also known as the SpaceOps) is a spacecraft operations oriented international
association consisting of representatives from the major space-faring institutions of the world.
It was founded to foster continuous technical interchange on all aspects of space mission
operations and ground data systems, and to promote and maintain an international community of
space operations experts.
In 1990, the SpaceOps Organization started the SpaceOps Conference series as a technical
forum for the space operations community that addresses state-of-the-art operations principles,
methods, and tools. These biennial events attracts engineers, technologists, scientists, managers,
and experts from space agencies, industry, and academia. The scope is intended to cover all
spaceflight missions, including human and robotic, near Earth and deep space.
We
need the best ideas, the brightest teams, the most creative innovations, and
the most insightful experiences to be presented to the broadest community of
space operations professionals.
Space
operations professionals and innovators from around the globe will be
bringing their accomplishments, future plans, and innovations to share with their
colleagues.
You
will advance your mission, your organization, and your own expertise only if
you stay connected with the space operations community.
Daejeon
Convention Center (DCC) in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. Home to your
host, Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI).
Visit
www.spaceops2016.org for logistical details on how to submit abstracts.
The basic information is set forth in this Call for Papers, but much more detail is
available on the website
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Abstract submission opens
April 1, 2015
Abstract submission closes
July 30, 2015
Notification to authors
Nov 16, 2015
Registration opens
Feb 1, 2016
Final paper submission deadline
March 31, 2016
Presentation material submission
April 15, 2016
Conference dates
May 16-20, 2016
Important Dates
Conference Overview
The SpaceOps 2016 Theme: "Expanding the Space Community"
Hosted by KARI(Korea Aerospace Research Institute) and sponsored by the AIAA(American Institute
of Aeronautics and Astronautics), SpaceOps 2016 is a technical forum of the space operations
community that addresses state-of-the-art operations principles, methods, and tools. SpaceOps
2016 (Theme: “Expanding the Space Community”) provides the opportunity for you to share
experience, challenges, and innovation solutions with colleagues from around the globe.
The conference theme encapsulates the main focus of worldwide Space Program activities in the
coming years, with the emphasis on:
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Enabling new participants by promoting and implementing low-cost mission development
opportunities, thereby allowing more countries and institutions to take part in space
development and space operations.
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Inspiring the participation from developing countries, especially for Asian, African and any other
nations that are emerging players in space development. This will also facilitate discussions and
global partnership opportunities between new and mature space organizations.
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Making a professional and technical network with leading-edge space operations experts in
academia, government, and industry
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Attracting experts, young professionals, and students’ interest to space and state-of-the-art
technologies
For more information regarding SpaceOps 2016,
please visit www.spaceops2016.org
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Key Statistics from SpaceOps 2014
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620 attendees
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29 countries represented
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333 technical paper published
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Operations Concepts and Flight
Execution (OCFE)
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Mission Operations Concepts
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Flight Operations
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Flight Execution Processes
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Operations Automation and Optimization
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Operational Validation
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Operations Concepts for Constel ation & In Situ Operations
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Payload Operations Concepts
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End of Life Operations
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Fault Management and Recovery
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Knowledge Management & Transfer
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Lessons Learned Assessment & Management
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Operations Training Methodologies
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Simulation Methods & Tools for Operation Training
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Human Factor & Behaviour in Operations
Ground Systems, Communications and
Data Processing (GSCDP)
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Ground System Engineering
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Ground Data Systems Development, Validation
and Maintenance
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Advanced Technologies for Space Operations
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Flight Control Systems and EGSE
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Ground Segment Architectures and Design
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Payload Monitor and Control
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On-board/ground Interfaces
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Data Management
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Space Cyber Security
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Network Operations and Management
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Ground Network Implementation
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Ground Communications
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Ground Network and Antenna Concepts
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Communications Architectures for Complex Constellations
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Archive Systems and Data Mining
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Information Architectures and Information Models
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Software Development and Maintenance
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Control Centre Architecture
Mission Design and Management
(MDM)
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Mission Architectures
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Challenges in Trajectory Design and Analysis
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Mission Engineering and Planning
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Mission Simulation and Modelling
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Cost-Effective Operations
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International Cooperation for Mission Management
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Managing Mission Risks and Opportunities
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Public Engagement
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Regulations and Laws
Planning and Scheduling (PS)
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Mission Planning and Scheduling Methods
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Mission Planning Systems
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Planning and Scheduling Systems
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Asset Scheduling
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Resource Management
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Real-time Re-planning Techniques
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Science Observation Planning
Small Satellite and Commercial Space
Operations (SSCSO)
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Cubesat and Nanosat Operations
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Cubesat Networks/Swarms; Constellation Operations
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TT&C Systems & Flight Operations for Small Satellites
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Challenges with Small Satellite Operations
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End of Life Operations
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Nano-Technologies
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Air and Space Traffic Management with Satellites
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Commercial Manned Spaceflight
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Commercial Orbital Transportation Services
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Commercial Spaceports
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Lean and Lights-out Commercial Control Centers
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Managing a Constellation of Satellites
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Operations with Space Tourists On-board
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Training Spaceflight Participants
Topic Descriptions
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Continued
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Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC)
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Flight Dynamics and Navigation
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Attitude Determination and Control
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Interplanetary Missions
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Formation/Constellation Management
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Global Navigation Systems and Applications
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GNC and Astrodynamics Software
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Space Debris and Collision Avoidance
Cross Support, Interoperability and Standards (CSIS)
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Communications Standards (Link Layer, Network Layer, Application Layer etc.)
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Communications Standards - Network
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Communications Standards - Application Layer
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Software Standards
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Interoperability and Cross Support Standards
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Telerobotics Standards
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Advanced Standards for Future Missions
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Secure Interoperability and Cross Support
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Space Internetworking Standards
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Other relevant Standards
Human Systems and Operations (HSO)
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Human Spaceflight
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ISS Operations
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Training for Human Operations
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Mission Architectures for Human Spaceflight
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Flight Crew Operations Techniques
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Long Duration Human Mission Concepts
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International Factors for Crew Operations
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Human Lunar/Mars missions
Launcher, Rockets and Balloon Operations (LRBO)
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Launchers and Facilities
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Balloons and Sounding Rockets
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Launch Vehicle Propulsion Systems and Test Facilities
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Pre-Launch Integration and Test
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Launch Vehicle Availability, Reliability, and Risk Management
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Launcher Integrated Health Monitoring
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Test Operations
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Ground Processing for vehicles and payloads
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Real-time Launch Operations
Emerging Space Operations in Asia and Developing Countries
(ESO, Special Topic in 2016)
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Introduction to Newly Developed Space Program
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Newly Operating Space Center and Ground System
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Any other themes related to Emerging Space Program in Asia and Developing Countries
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Abstract Requirements
Oral/Poster/e-Poster Sessions
Procedures for Abstract Submission
The SpaceOps 2016 conference organizing committee’s highest priority is to accept abstracts
and papers that emphasize unique and innovative practices, technologies, and experiences from
which others in the space operations community will benefit. When all abstracts are received,
the Technical Program Committee (TPC) – staffed by volunteers from the agencies and industry
partners of the SpaceOps Organization – will evaluate the submitted abstracts based upon (but
not limited to) these five evaluation criteria:
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Relevance to space operations
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Innovation
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Substantive merit (content and realism)
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Applicability and benefit to future missions
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Balance and variety in the sessions
Note: For the purpose of Daejeon conference and to encourage the participation of new comers,
some special evaluation criteria and deadline dates are applicable only for the special topic of
"Emerging Space Operations in Asia and Developing Countries" in the SpaceOps 2016 conference.
When you submit your abstract, you will be able to choose your preferred presentation approach:
Oral Session, Traditional (Paper) Poster Session, or Electronic Poster Session. The characteristics
of these sessions are:
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Oral Sessions are 20 minute lectures followed by 5 minutes of Q&A.
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Poster Session presentations are run for several days and are also interactive, centered on the
presenter’s hardcopy display. The recommended size is A0 (841x1189 mm, 33.1x46.8 inch,
same with 16 sheets of A4 size) and it can’t be allowed exceed A0 size.
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Electronic Poster sessions will have a unique ability to display software demonstrations and
the opportunity to interact with attendees supported by a conference-provided active electronic
display. The recommend file types for e-Poster are MS Power Point, Adobe PDF and Prezi.
SpaceOps 2016 Technical Program Committee (TPC) requests that you to submit your 300~500 (No
more than 600) words abstract electronically through the conference website at www.spaceops2016.
org or ScholarOne in AIAA website. This website will be open for the submission of abstracts until
July 30, 2015. We request that you limit your abstract to text only, no graphics. You will have the
opportunity to indicate your preference of presentation style (oral/poster/e-Poster) and the most
appropriate topic area. The TPC will then make the best effort at placing your submission in the
program in a way that best connects you with your audience. Please consider that due to the overall
scheduling constraints, the allocation of the topic area could be changed by the decision of the
TPC. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. The TPC has a plan to award a "Best Student
Paper
" for the conference. So, we are asking that student primary authors identify themselves
when submitting an abstract. To qualify, the abstract and manuscript must be the primary work
of a student, as indicated by being the lead author, and the presentation must be made by the
student. Note that some of the national space agencies may provide monetary support for student
participants. Consult the SpaceOps2016 web site www.spaceops2016.org for information relating
to student assistance programs offered by your country’s agency. Authors having issues submitting
abstracts electronically should contact ScholarOne Technical Support at AnnA@aiaa.org. Questions
about the abstract or technical topics, or about the program format or policies of the conference,
should be directed to the Technical Program Committee Chairs: Chair, Bangyeop Kim (KARI, kby@
kari.re.kr) Deputy Chair, Adrew Z. Dowen (JPL NASA, andrew.z.dowen@jpl.nasa.gov)
Special Reminder for Conference Participation
Generals
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To be allowed to present at any session, you have to submit an abstract in advance.
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All conference presenters in both oral and poster sessions are required to submit manuscripts that
comply with the standard requirements for professional conferences, as documented in the AIAA
“Author’s Kit” that is supplied to accepted authors.
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If the presenter does not appear in person to present at the scheduled session, the paper will not be
published in the (electronic) proceedings. Videotaped presentations will not be allowed.
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If the author’s organization/agency/nation requires export approval of the material for this
international conference, the author must follow that process, and must do it on a schedule that
allows to meet the conference deadlines.
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All authors are required to register for the conference in the same fashion as all other attendees.
For all manuscripts submitted, and for all presentations in the oral/poster/e-poster sessions, we
will not accept overt marketing material or “sales pitches.” These forums and products are for the
exchange of technical information, not for marketing. The information must impart some benefit to the
space operations community independent of any product or service that may be incidentally mentioned
in the presentation materials. For the marketing or commercial purpose, please look at the Exhibition
Opportunities.
Exhibition Opportunities
Marketing and commercial promotion is welcome and encouraged in the exhibition venue. The
conference venue at the Daejeon Conference Center provides ample space for exhibitors. We
encourage industry members to bring their best and most innovative products, systems, and
services to the SpaceOps 2016 Exhibition for broad exposure to the space operations professionals
in attendance. The Exhibition forum excels at connecting industry providers with space operations
customers, bringing maximum benefit to both. Exhibition space is currently available for SpaceOps
2016. For more information about the exhibition or to request an exhibitor prospectus, contact
SpaceOps 2016 Secretariat at secretariat@spaceops2016.org or (+) 82.42.472.7464.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Various sponsorship opportunities are available for SpaceOps 2016. Sign on as a sponsor
and demonstrate your support for the space operations community. For more information on
sponsorship opportunities, contact SpaceOps 2016 Secretariat at secretariat@spaceops2016.org
or (+) 82.42.472.7464.
Poster Conference Book
The TPC has chosen to support the development of a Post Conference Book (PCB) for SpaceOps
2016. The TPC will review final papers just prior to the conference and select approximately 10% of
final papers.
Registration Fee Support for Student Presenters
Some of student participants who are both the first author and the presenter can have a chance
to being exemption from the registration fee. For the detail, refer the information on the SpaceOps
2016 website www.spaceops2016.org.
