UK Space Activities

Carron & Dochart Rooms
Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
Glasgow, Scotland

10-11 November 2007 

After the success of the inaugural event held in Brighton 2004, the Society has organised another weekend to review UK Space Activities. This event brings together representatives from across the UK in the fields of academia, science, engineering, education and industry. It is an opportunity for the public, students and young people to both listen to lectures and discussions on topics and projects currently underway and to ask questions at any level of detail.

The aim of the conference is to celebrate the UK space capability (both scientific and industrial), linking well with the current promotion of space as a National ‘asset’ worthy of increased support by the UK Government; To encourage greater collaboration and cooperation, foster networking opportunities and to facilitate productive discussions on all aspects of present and future UK space activities.

There is a full programme of sessions over two days, accompanied by an exhibition that includes major aerospace companies in the UK (such as EADS Astrium, VEGA, ASTOS) and student organisations (UKSEDS). The sessions and exhibitions are designed to be both complimentary and current, allowing delegates the opportunity to discuss items of topical interest. A potential benefit to students would be the chance to talk directly with industry on future career prospects.

Papers to be Presented:

Space Technology at Bristol
Mark Hempsell, University of Bristol

Propulsion Research on Spaceplanes at Reaction Engines
Alan Bond, Reaction Engines

Space Dynamics Research at the University of Strathclyde
Colin McInnes, University of Strathclyde  

A STERN Canary
Neil Taylor, E.D. Nozzle Group

An Ultra-Low-Cost Satellite for Flight Testing New Technologies
Patrick Brown, Blackett Laboratory, Imperial College

SpaceWire
Steve Parkes, Space Technology Centre, University of Dundee

Mars Sample Return: UK Opportunities in the Sample Handling System
Ian Renouf, Astrium Ltd

Cluster and Double Star: Multipoint Measurements of the Magnetosphere
Andrew Walsh, MSSL

Planetary Micropenetrators: The Vanguard for the Future Exploration of the Solar System
Rob Gowen, MSSL 

Exploring Saturn’s Unique Magnetosphere with the Cassini Spacecraft
Geraint Jones, MSSL 

The ESA Knowledge Exchange Programme
David Newnham, STFC Kite Club

The Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI) for the James Webb Space Telescope
Alistair Glasse, UK Astronomy Technology Centre

Research Developments in the Space Advanced Research Team at the University of Glasgow
Gianmarco Radice, University of Glasgow

Space Exploration as an Enterprise: An Architecture Approach to Space Programme Management
Frank McQuade, VEGA Group

An Update on Activities at Surrey Satellite Technology
Stuart Eves, SSTL

Space E-Commerce
Craig Clark, Clyde Space

Simulating Astronomical Data for the James Webb Space Telescope MIRI Instrument
Nuria P.F. Lorente, UK Astronomy Technology Centre

Planet Surface and Navigation Sensor Simulation for Autonomous Planetary Landers
Steve Parkes, Space Technology Centre, University of Dundee

UK Goes to the Planets - An Outreach Network for the Planetary Community
S.J. Barber, UK Goes to the Planets

Wealth Creation and Space - Past, Present and Future
Graham Huggins, Astrium Ltd

If you wish to attend you can register on the door. If you are applying for the student rate we will need to see your NUS card. To download a sitemap and directions please click here.

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