Smaller Satellites: Bigger Business?

This volume's broad-ranging theme is analyzed and discussed from many viewpoints - engineering, science, policy, law, business, finance and management. Different ways in which small satellites may create larger business opportunities are examined, ranging from telecommunications systems to Earth observation applications and technology demonstrators. Information satisfying the needs of consumers is the key to success. Small satellites, which are responsive, adaptable and cost-effective, will define the new space race.