Case Studies

Satellite technology is one of the major shaping influences of our times. It is embedded in the tools that facilitate daily life. From communications for our personal use, to managing and assisting in disasters such as floods or earthquakes, satellites empower us. We are part of a global network of information, communication and navigation.

Increasingly, our understanding of the changing climate of our Earth, the impacts of man’s activities and the health of our planet is supported by strong evidence from space. The following case studies, provided by the UKspace members, examine the ways that UK space technology is driving social, economic and political change throughout the world.

Penetrators for MoonLITE

15/09/2008
QinetiQ is a member of the ‘UK Penetrator Consortium', led by the Mullard Space Science Laboratory (MSSL). The consortium, comprising industry and academic institutions, is currently […]