Index

United States civil space agency. Operator of Artemis, ISS programmatic lead, CLPS buyer.

First crewed Artemis mission — lunar free-return.

NASA/Lockheed crew capsule for Artemis.

Vertically integrated launch + broadband provider. Operates Falcon 9/Heavy, Starship, Crew Dragon, and the Starlink constellation.

NASA crewed lunar-return programme.

Bezos-founded launch provider behind New Shepard (suborbital) and New Glenn (heavy lift). Partner on Orbital Reef station.

Reusable two-stage medium-lift launcher; Merlin engines.

D2D Comms specializes in direct-to-device satellite communication services.

Victor Glover is an astronaut with NASA, known for his role in the Artemis II mission and as a pilot on the Crew-1 SpaceX mission.

Canadian Space Agency promotes the peaceful use and development of space for Canada.

Defense is a sector focused on providing solutions and technologies for military and security applications.

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation develops and manufactures aerospace products and technologies.

Jeremy Hansen is a Royal Canadian Air Force colonel and astronaut with the Canadian Space Agency.

AST SpaceMobile builds a space-based cellular broadband network for standard smartphones.

Reid Wiseman is an American naval aviator and NASA astronaut.

Christina Koch is an American engineer and NASA astronaut known for her contributions to space exploration.

Private-astronaut missions to ISS; building commercial station modules and Artemis EVA suits.

Jared Isaacman is an American billionaire entrepreneur, pilot, and commercial astronaut, currently serving as NASA Administrator.

International Space Station is a multinational program for scientific research and technology development in low Earth orbit.

NASA super-heavy launcher used for Artemis.

Earth Observatory provides daily images, stories, and discoveries about the environment and climate from NASA research.

Legacy prime — Cygnus cargo, HALO lunar module, Antares/Eclipse with Firefly.

ISS — 2000–present crewed LEO platform.

Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is a leader in robotic space exploration.

U.S. Department of Defense oversees national security and military operations.

Legacy prime — Starliner CCP, SLS core stage, WGS/X-37B.

SpaceX heavy-lift derivative — three Falcon 9 cores.

Universal Aerospace Systems specializes in unmanned aircraft systems.

Pentagon is the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, overseeing military operations and agencies.

Curiosity is a U.S. robotic vehicle designed to explore the surface of Mars.

CLPS lunar-lander provider (Nova-C).

Anduril designs and builds integrated hardware and software for contested space operations and advanced defense technology.

Lyrid Meteor Shower is an annual meteor shower occurring in April.

GPS III is a program for advanced Global Positioning System satellites enhancing military capabilities.

Moon is a celestial body targeted for exploration and human missions by various space programs.

US radio-spectrum and satellite-licensing regulator.

Canadian Space Agency coordinates civil space-related programs for the Government of Canada.

CASC develops and manufactures a wide range of aerospace products, including satellites and launch vehicles.

US Navy operates naval forces and develops space capabilities for global communications and reconnaissance.

Lunar-delivery services and rover technology.

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions develops advanced technologies for national security, including unmanned systems and space solutions.

Mars Exploration Program is a science-driven initiative to explore the habitability of Mars.

Air Force is a military agency responsible for aerial and space operations.

Ruth Perry is a politician and former leader in Liberia.

Dina Kawar is an ambassador and diplomat representing Jordan.

Jordan Aeronautical-systems Company (JAC) is a leading Aircraft Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) center.

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is NASA's next great observatory designed for wide-field astronomical observations.

Jessica Meir is a NASA astronaut and marine biologist involved in commercial crew and lunar missions.

Hubble Space Telescope is a space-based observatory that provides high-resolution images of astronomical objects.

Vantor develops spatial intelligence products for defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors, integrating AI and high-resolution imaging.

Drone is a company specializing in advanced autonomous UAVs for military, security, and defense missions.

Japanese civil space agency. H3, HTV-X, Kibo module.

Aster Missiles develops advanced missile systems for air defense applications.

Thales is a French multinational aerospace and defence corporation specializing in electronics and high-tech solutions.

MBDA is a European multinational corporation specializing in missile systems and related technologies.

Danish Aerospace Company specializes in advanced medical instrumentation and engineering for space applications.

SAMP/T NG is a surface-to-air missile defense system designed for air defense and NATO interoperability.

Ground Fire 300 provides advanced multifunction radar capabilities for military airspace sovereignty.

B-21 Raider is a sixth-generation stealth bomber designed for long-range strike missions.

Shahed is a series of uncrewed combat attack drones developed in Iran.

State Space Agency of Ukraine implements state policy in the exploration and peaceful use of outer space.

Kraken Technology Group specializes in maritime innovation with advanced vessel designs for defense and commercial applications.

KOI-8012.01 is a candidate exoplanet identified by the Kepler Mission.

Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) operate on water without a crew, utilizing various levels of autonomy.

Goddard Space Flight Center is NASA’s premier space flight complex focused on spacecraft and technology development.

USV develops autonomous maritime technology for naval missions.

Robert Gaucher is a Vice Admiral in the United States Navy and commander of Naval Submarine Forces.

Department Of State oversees international agreements related to civil space and coordinates U.S. space policy.

Astroforge is an aerospace company focused on developing asteroid mining technologies.

AT&T provides telecommunications services and is involved in satellite connectivity projects.

Matt Gialich is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at AstroForge, focusing on asteroid mining technology.

John Thornton is the Chief Executive Officer of Astrobotic Technology Inc.

Verizon provides telecommunications services, including cellular service from space through AST SpaceMobile.

Steven MacKinnon is a Canadian politician and Minister for Labour and Seniors.

Long March 10 is a Chinese super-heavy carrier rocket for crewed lunar missions.

First Responder Network Authority develops the first nationwide public safety broadband network.

Bill C-28 enacts the Canadian Space Launch Act to regulate spaceflight in Canada.

Canadian Space Launch Act enables sovereign space launch capabilities from Canadian territory.

James Webb Space Telescope is a space observatory designed to explore the universe in infrared wavelengths.

Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG) focuses on developing and deploying autonomous drones for complex warfare.

Raptor is a rocket engine program developed by SpaceX for its Starship vehicle.

NASA Commercial Lunar Payload Services — small-lander delivery contract vehicle.

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is NASA's next flagship astronomy mission set to explore cosmic mysteries.

Center for Naval Analyses conducts quantitative analyses for the Department of the Navy.

Nullspace, Inc. develops next-generation electromagnetic simulation software for RF and quantum computing applications.

University of Florida conducts research and education in aerospace engineering and space-related initiatives.