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SUMMARY:Access to Space Training Course (Launchers)
DESCRIPTION:The Experience \nWithout space transportation\, space exploration would not exist. There would be no iconic view of our Pale Blue Dot from deep space\, no orbital observations of Earth’s changing climate\, no asteroid samples or strategies to deflect them. No planetary flybys. No human spaceflight\, and no exploration of the Moon\, Mars or other celestial bodies. In short\, we would not be able to benefit from space applications\, which today are an integral part of the infrastructure underpinning our economy and modern society\,  and we would not be able to explore outer space and enhance our knowledge about the past\, present and future of our universe and the role of humankind therein. \nOver the past decades\, ESA and Europe’s space industry have collaborated to design\, build\, and launch a variety of space transportation systems\, including the Ariane and Vega rocket families\, providing ESA Member States with access to space. In partnership with France’s CNES\, they established the European Spaceport in French Guiana\, ideally positioned near Earth’s equator to take full advantage of the planet’s rotational speed boost. \nESA’s Space Transportation Directorate plays a dual role: leading Europe’s space transportation ambitions and working to support innovation in Europe’s space transportation industry\, research centres\, and institutions—ensuring all Europeans benefit from our growing presence in space. Here’s what we’re working on today: Ariane 6\, Vega C/E\, Space Rider\, the Boost! Programme\, the European Launcher Challenge and many other projects for the future of space transportation. \nThis training course provides students with a thorough introduction to the key concepts and components of space transportation systems\, including launcher technologies\, ground support infrastructure\, project management\, sustainability\, economic context\, and related business opportunities. \nThroughout the week\, students will explore how innovative solutions can support humanity’s expansion beyond Earth. To apply their knowledge\, participants will work in teams to develop an idea that incorporates the technologies and methods covered during the training. \nCombining expert-led lectures with hands-on activities\, the course will equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to drive innovation in the field of space transportation systems. The training will conclude with participants presenting their projects to a panel of experts. \nAt the end of the training session\, students will be assessed based on their team project and will receive a certificate of participation along with a course transcript. These documents may be used to request ECTS credit(s) from their respective universities.
URL:https://education.esa.int/activity/event-1/
LOCATION:Galaxia\, Transin\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Engagement,ESA Academy
ORGANIZER;CN="European Space Agency":MAILTO:academy.training@esa.int
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