JULY - 2020AEROSPACEDEFENSEREVIEW.COM6EditorialOver 60 years ago, the launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union created global headlines. It was then considered the pinnacle of space technology, the crown jewel of the USSR. In response, the U.S. sent the first man on the moon, kick-starting a space race that now has participants from all over the world. Over the years, humans have explored various space regions and discovered a plethora of opportunities based on space technology. From Sputnik 1 to Apollo 11 to the International Space Station, the space sector has been brimming with innovative ideas and opportunities and is unlikely to cease in the near future.The 21st century marked a turning point for the space industry with the commercialization of space technology. The impact these private companies have had in terms of technology and costs is significant. Virgin Galactic's take on commercial space travel is one fascinating outcome of this commercialization. The launch to space cost has also fallen considerably, thanks to the reusable booster technology. Boeing's CST-100 Starliner is set to bring back crewed missions this year, ending nine years of dependence on Russian spacecraft.SpaceX is already the world's largest operator of commercial satellites. The Starlink Constellation aims to provide low latency broadband connectivity to remote areas, airplanes, ships, and cars. The technology could make international teleconferencing and online gaming nearly lag-free. With private companies constantly ousting traditional methods by providing new technology, international space agencies can dedicate their time and efforts towards space exploration and research.In this edition of Space Technology, we have shortlisted some of the most promising space technology solution providers, to help companies navigate through the rapidly transforming spacescape.Do let us know your thoughts!SpaceTech; Mankind's Next Giant Leap Jonathan AllredManaging Editorjonathan@aerospacedefensereview.comCopyright © 2020 ValleyMedia Inc., All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.July - 15 - 2020, Vol 02 - Issue 02Published by ValleyMedia Inc.To subscribe to Aerospace & Defense ReviewVisit www.aerospacedefensereview.comManaging Editor Jonathan AllredEditorial StaffAndrea FrancisJohn SmithRosalind JacobsJem ElizabethRichard Taylor Surajit Narayan DekaVisualizerJohn Walter*All Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffEmailsales@aerospacedefensereview.comeditor@aerospacedefensereview.commarketing@aerospacedefensereview.com
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