On-orbit servicing capabilities seem to be a “game changer” for Space 2.0. Recent advances in the field of on-orbit servicing (OOS) of defunct satellites and other space infrastructure have increased the need for the development of a comprehensive legal regime for the new Space Industry at an international level. The main challenges for OOS lie in several different realms, both legal and technical, but with perhaps a common issue: space security. The dual-use nature of OOS has given rise to concerns that these technologies could be used for military purposes in space. Reducing the perceived and actual risks is necessary for investors to move in. One probable solution would be for practitioners to develop a bottom-up lawmaking approach using existing or new fora. When there are stalemates and traditional top-down approaches fail, legal history has shown that practice-based rules become law.


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    Title :

    On-Orbit Servicing: Security and Legal Aspects


    Additional title:

    Studies in Space Policy


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2020-09-08


    Size :

    14 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English





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