Submit Abstract by Wednesday, August 28th

Each year, AIAA invites principal investigators, educators, students / cadets, and professionals to submit an abstract and present a poster or technical track talk on topics related to those that will be discussed at ATS. During the ATS Event on Friday, 13 September, Poster Sessions will be held in the University Center, Room 122.

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Abstract submissions are now OPEN - Submission Form below.

DEADLINE for submittal - Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 11:59 pm

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Abstracts for posters that are accepted for presentation will be selected when the program schedule is finalized. 

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​​Track 1: Space Exploration and Technology

Track 2: Advanced Propulsion Systems

Track 3: Emerging Technologies and Future Trends

Track 4: Advanced Aerospace Technologies

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Track 1: Space Exploration and Technology

• Interplanetary Missions – including improved autonomy and AI for interplanetary spacecraft operations, innovative mission architectures for multi-planet exploration and sample return missions, development of precision landing and navigation techniques, and international collaborations to explore destinations such as Mars, Europa, and beyond.

• Human Missions – including advancements in next-generation spacecraft like SpaceX's Crew Dragon and Boeing's CST-100 Starliner, as well as Lockheed Martin's Orion spacecraft, which is pivotal for NASA's Artemis program aimed at crewed missions to the Moon and Mars, featuring advanced systems for deep space operations and crew safety, development of lunar and Martian habitats and life support systems, advancements in space medicine and astronaut health monitoring, international collaborations for lunar gateway projects, and preparations for crewed missions to the Moon and Mars.

• Lunar & Mars Missions – including advancements in spacecraft and lander technologies, international collaborations for lunar gateway projects, preparations for crewed missions under NASA's Artemis program, robotic missions to Mars for surface exploration and sample return, and efforts towards establishing sustainable presence in cislunar space to enable future deep space missions.

• Earth Observation (EO) – including high-resolution imaging, hyperspectral imaging, small satellites and CubeSats, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), satellite constellations and swarms, AI and machine learning integration, advanced thermal imaging, data fusion and integration, real-time data transmission, and increased commercial partnerships and collaboration.

 

Track 2: Advanced Propulsion Systems

• Launch and In-Space Propulsion – including advancements in ion and Hall effect thrusters for satellite stationkeeping and deep space missions as well as for efficient long-duration missions, development of reusable rocket engines and stages for reducing launch costs, exploration of nuclear thermal and electric propulsion for deep space missions, and innovations in green propellants for environmentally friendly spacecraft operations.

• Air Breathing Propulsion – including advancements in hypersonic scramjet engines for high-speed flight and space access, research into dual-mode scramjet engines for seamless transition from atmospheric to space environments, and innovations in aerodynamic designs to enhance efficiency and performance.

• Aircraft Electric Propulsion – including advancements in electric motors, battery technologies, and hybrid-electric propulsion systems aimed at improving efficiency, reducing emissions, and enabling electric flight for regional and small aircraft.

• Hypersonics – including advancements in scramjet engines for sustained high-speed flight, innovations in thermal management and materials for handling extreme temperatures, and research into integrated airframe-propulsion systems to optimize performance and efficiency.

 

Track 3: Emerging Technologies and Future Trends

• Space Debris Mitigation – advancements in active debris removal technologies using robotic arms and nets, improved debris tracking and monitoring systems with enhanced radar and optical sensors, collision avoidance systems utilizing advanced algorithms and AI for satellite maneuvering, stricter international guidelines and policies for debris mitigation in satellite design and operation, development of materials and coatings to minimize secondary debris generation, deployment of satellite designs incorporating "design for demise" principles for safer re-entry, and collaborative efforts towards space traffic management and debris reduction strategies.

• In Space Servicing and Maintenance – advancements in robotic mission extension vehicles (MEVs) for satellite life extension, robotic servicing technologies for repairs and upgrades, autonomous systems for on-orbit assembly and maintenance, refueling capabilities for extending satellite operational life, development of collaborative space tugs for orbital maneuvers, enhanced AI and machine learning for autonomous operations, teleoperation capabilities for remote servicing tasks, and international initiatives for standardizing and advancing in-space servicing capabilities.

• Space Tethers – advancements in electrodynamic tethers for propulsion and deorbiting, momentum exchange tethers for altitude control, tethered satellite systems for scientific missions, power generation and transmission using planetary magnetic fields, CubeSat tether experiments for testing deployment and behavior, materials research for stronger and lighter tether materials, applications in debris mitigation and controlled re-entry, and theoretical advancements towards space elevators using advanced materials like carbon nanotubes.

• Robotics and Autonomous Operations – advancements in robotic arms and manipulators, autonomous navigation and rovers, satellite servicing and refueling technologies, in-space assembly and manufacturing capabilities, integration of AI and machine learning for decision-making, dexterous robotic hands and collaborative robots (cobots), planetary exploration drones, space-based robotics for orbital debris removal, teleoperation and telerobotics for remote operations, and enhanced international collaboration and partnerships.

 

Track 4 : Advanced Aerospace Technologies

• Digital Engineering – including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Model-Based Engineering (MBE), involve the adoption of integrated digital twins for predictive maintenance, virtual simulations including virtual testing, collaborative platforms, blockchain for secure data management, and AI-driven analytics to optimize product design and development, streamline manufacturing processes, and enhance lifecycle management.

• Advanced Manufacturing – such as additive manufacturing (3D printing), robotics, and digital twin integration, are revolutionizing the aerospace industry by enabling rapid prototyping, customization, lightweighting of components, and cost-effective production processes, advanced composites, precision machining, automated assembly, laser machining and cutting, advanced joining technologies, smart manufacturing, nano and micro manufacturing, electroforming and electrochemical machining, and advanced surface treatments.

• Space Mobility and Proximity Operations – involve advancements in autonomous navigation, docking systems, formation flying, and space traffic management technologies aimed at enabling safe and efficient movement of spacecraft, satellite servicing, and assembly tasks in orbit.

• Sustainability and Environmental Impact – include initiatives to reduce space debris through active removal and mitigation strategies, advancements in sustainable propulsion systems, adoption of reusable launch vehicles to minimize debris, and implementation of deorbiting technologies to safely remove defunct satellites and stages from orbit, all aimed at ensuring long-term environmental stewardship of outer space, and for adherence to international guidelines promoting responsible space operations to preserve orbital environments for future generations.