Reusable rockets & satellite miniaturization collaboratively are democratizing access to space. Fuelling innovation across multiple domains and fostering a future where space is accessible to enterprises, individuals, and nations alike.

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1. Space race
2. The economies of reusable rockets
3. Space X Falcon 9 Launch
4. Miniaturization and cubesats
5. Transforming agriculture with CubeSat
6. Further innovations brought in by CubeSats.
7. Business models in the next generation of space services

Space race

The section delves into the historical roots of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union, highlighting its profound impact on technological advancements. It explores how the competition between these superpowers catalyzed innovations that have become essential in various industries, including telecommunications, healthcare, and more. The section also discusses how the end of the space race didn’t mean the end of innovation but rather heralded a new era of technological advancements that continue to shape our world today.

The economies of reusable rockets

This section focuses on the economic revolution brought about by the introduction of reusable rockets. It discusses how companies like SpaceX have drastically reduced the cost of space exploration by developing rockets that can be landed and reused. This has made space more accessible to not just governments but also private entities and educational institutions, thereby democratizing space exploration. Download Complete Research

The Aerospace Security Project (ASP) in Sept ‘22 conducted an analysis of the cost of payload launches throughout history. The cost of heavy launches in LEO have been reduced by almost 95% from $65,000 to $1,500.

SpaceX falcon 9 launch

The section provides an in-depth look at SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, one of the most iconic reusable rockets in the industry. It discusses its design, capabilities, and the groundbreaking technology that allows it to be reused, making space travel more economical and sustainable. The Falcon 9 serves as a case study for the potential future of cost-effective space exploration.

Miniaturization and CubeSats

This section explores the trend of miniaturization in satellite technology, focusing on the development of CubeSats. These small, modular satellites have opened up new avenues for space exploration and commercial applications. Their smaller size and modular design make them more cost-effective and accessible, allowing for a wider range of applications and participants in space technology. Download Complete Research

Transforming agriculture with CubeSat

The section discusses how CubeSats are revolutionizing agriculture by providing high-resolution imagery of farmland. This technology enables more efficient and effective resource allocation, transforming traditional farming methods. CubeSats are making precision farming more accessible, allowing for optimized use of water, fertilizers, and workforce, thereby making farming more sustainable and cost-effective.

Further innovations brought in by CubeSats

This section delves into the additional innovations that CubeSats have enabled, beyond their initial applications. It discusses how these small satellites serve as testbeds for new technologies and scientific research, from studying Earth’s atmosphere to testing new materials and communication technologies. CubeSats are paving the way for future advancements in space technology. Download Complete Research

Business models in the next generation of space services

The section explores the emerging business models in the space industry, particularly focusing on the ‘As-a-Service’ models. It discusses how these models are making space technology more affordable and accessible, from Data-as-a-Service to Mission-as-a-Service. These new business models have the potential to further democratize space technology, making it accessible to a broader range of participants.

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Authors@lab45: Abhigyan Malik
Key contributors: Ariel Zajdband, Planet

Foundational for identity verification and rights access, government-issued IDs face breaches and inefficiency within centralized systems. Enter Decentralized Identity solutions, redistributing verification control to individuals. But is it applicable for equally for all government services?

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1. Decentralized vs Centralized ID for governments
2. Identity credential issuing process today
3. Suitability of government functions to Decentralized Identity
4. Long term outcomes

Decentralized vs Centralized ID for governments

Decentralization of government-issued IDs is a complex issue with potential benefits and drawbacks. Whether government issued Ids should be decentralized or not depends on various factors that we delineate. Any decision on decentralization should be carefully considered and implemented with caution to ensure that they do not breach security or undermine the government’s programs. Download Complete Research

Identity credential issuing process today

We detail out the current Issuing process typically followed by governments today and identify several challenges and issues that face it today. This includes Ids like the Passport, Licenses, Voter cards and Social security cards. All of them are critical and everyone can do with an easier and more fool proof process for the same.

Suitability of government functions to decentralization

We evaluate the different government functions such as Education, healthcare, elections, security, taxation, etc and analyze which of these would be most suitable to be decentralized. We map them on a matrix of Complexity & Coordination and the Need for scrutiny to give us an easy framework for assessment. Download Complete Research

Long term outcomes

We end by considering the long term onjectives and intended outcomes of such an exercise.We feel that Decentralized Identity solutions can rebuild trust in public institutions by empowering residents with data control.

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Author@lab45: Sujay Shivram, Abhigyan Malik

Decentralized Identity systems solve for inefficiencies and security breaches, making them extremely useful for enterprises. We explore in detail important industry use cases where these solutions can be used and means to implement them.

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1. Transforming KYC using DID
2. Perishable supply chain using DID
3. Enabling electronic health records using DID

Transforming KYC using DID

The KYC Process in Banks and Financial institutions is mandated by the government and can be quite painful both for the bank and the customers. We examine how DID can help not only simplify the process but also ensure high trust and make the process fraud proof, by eliminating intermediaries and returning to trusted direct relationships. Download Complete Research

Perishable supply chain using DID

In case of Food supply the application of IoT can provide real-time data and insights. The current IoT supply chain and the food Supply chain face innumerable challenges.  Using DID and verifiable credentials in food/perishable supply chain can provide a tamper-proof and auditable record of a product’s journey, from its origin to its destination. Solution will have lasting impact not only for controlling quality and expense for organization but will also have impact on public nutrition, health, and sustainability. We explore how!

Enable electronic health records using DID

While managing Electronic Health Records, healthcare organizations face two main challenges: Privacy & Security and Interoperability due to multiple systems in play. By providing patients with greater control over their health information, Decentralized Identity solutions can enhance trust and confidence in the healthcare system, leading to better health outcomes. We explore the details with an example. Download Complete Research

Credits
Author@lab45: Sujay Shivram, Abhigyan Malik