SpaceOps 96 SpaceOps 96 September 16 - 20, 1996 at Munich, Germany
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The International Symposium on Space Mission Operations and Ground Data Systems aims to foster technical interchange on all aspects of Space Mission Operations and Ground Data Systems, and to promote an international community of Space Mission Operations expertise.
The theme of this year's Symposium is: "Global Operations for the next Century".
The Symposium begins on the afternoon of Monday 16th September 96, with registration in the morning and ends on Friday, 20th September at noon.
The opening Plenary Session at the "Gasteig" includes addresses by:
Special Guest: Astronaut Thomas Reiter (t.b.c.)
Sessions of contributed papers will be held at the "Forum der Technik" on the following topics:
The principal goals of Operations Management are to ensure that the mission objectives are achieved, to maximise mission product return and to minimise operations costs. This track addresses the approach being adopted to operations management for the pre- and post-launch phases of current missions and looks at innovative concepts for the future.
This track covers all engineering aspects of Ground Segment Implementation and the resulting hardware, software and network architectures. Emphasis is on novel concepts and innovation in architectures, technology and methodology.
Mission Planning, as a key function of mission operations, provides for efficient usage of all spacecraft resources. This track focuses on Mission Planning systems, software components and concepts for (unmanned) earth observation missions as well as for the (manned) Space Station Programme.
All aspects of Mission Control and Mission Product Processing are treated with particular emphasis on future plans and innovative approaches.
Due to the high costs associated with developing and testing the Ground Segment, the importance of this topic is steadily increasing. This track covers all aspects of Simulation and Modelling with particular reference to cost-saving approaches.
Space agencies are facing the challenge of improving the operation efficiency and satellite autonomy. Operations Automation may be the best answer to this issue. This track focuses on methods and tools, especially with respect to lessons learnt.
Standards promote cost saving developments and operations of compatible and interoperable space/ground systems. This track focuses on standards development and practices in the various domains of data systems interfaces, commonalities and reusability, in terms of design, techniques, equipment, software and procedures.
The space community is under very strong pressure to cut costs. This must, however, be done not to the detriment of quality and safety of space missions. This track presents how this challenge is currently undertaken by both industry and space organizations.
This track focuses on lessons learnt from experience in the mission operations domain, including development of ground facilities and other operations preparation activities, the conduct of operations proper, and all post operational activities.
A printed compilation of abstracts of the papers will be included in the registration package. The package also includes a CD-ROM with the conference proceedings. A limited number of printed copies of the proceedings can be ordered during the symposium on payment of DM 50,- and will be delivered 10-12 weeks after the symposium.
The Foyer of the "Forum der Technik" is available not only for coffee breaks and informal discussions but also serves as the exhibition area where we expect some 20 space-oriented companies to present their newest products.
SpaceOps 96 will be held September 16-20, 1996, with registration starting 10.00 a.m. on the 16th at the Foyer of the "Forum der Technik".
For further details see the schedule below.
The Symposium will be held at the "Forum der Technik", the Congress Centre near the famous "Deutsches Museum".
Address:
Forum der Technik
Museumsinsel 1
80059 München
Entrance: Ludwigsbrücke
The Plenary Sessions on Monday afternoon and Friday morning will take place at the nearby Cultural Centre "Gasteig".
Address:
Gasteig
Carl-Orff-Saal
Rosenheimer Straße 5
81667 München
The sites are within a 10-minute-walk from the Munich city centre, the Marienplatz. In the neighbourhood a variety of both typical Bavarian and international restaurants are available for lunch.
The S-Bahn (Metro-station "Isartor") is nearby. The new Munich Airport "Franz-Josef-Strauß" can be reached by S-Bahn "S8" (30 minutes). It takes 45 minutes by car.
Fees are as follows:
Early Registration: 520 DM or
(until August 1, 1996) 350 US $
Normal Registration: 600 DM or
(after August 1, 1996) 400 US $
The payment covers the symposium fee and all Social Events. Additional payment is required for the Spouse Programme.
Hotel booking and payment is not part of the registration.
Methods of Payment:
Within Europe: - DM EURO-CHEQUE
- or credit card (EUROCARD/MasterCard)
Outside Europe: - preferably credit card (MasterCard)
- or certified cheque in DM or US $
Registration Forms must be accompanied by full payment. Forms without payment will be returned to sender.
Faxed registrations must be paid by credit card.
Please make your fee payable to CAM, our organizing agent.
See the Registration Form for further details.
Reimbursement will be made for cancellations submitted in writing to the Organizing Agent and received before 1st September 96. A 15% administrative fee will be deducted.
As an alternative to cancellation you may transfer your registration to another participant by written authorization (to be presented at registration).
Accommodation must be organized by the participants themselves.
The Munich tourist office (Fremdenverkehrsamt, Postfach, 80313 München, FAX +49 (0) 89 233 30 233) will be glad to help. Please book as early as possible in view of the tourism peak around the Oktoberfest period.
Block-bookings have been arranged with the City Hilton and Penta hotels. These hotels are within walking distance from the Symposium venues. The number of rooms available is limited. Prices and booking deadlines are indicated below. Higher prices apply for the weekend after the Symposium (first Oktoberfest weekend).
City Hilton Hotel
Tel +49 (0) 89 4804-0
Fax +49 (0) 89 4804-4804
15 - 20 Sept.: Single: DM 220
Double: DM 270
excluding breakfast
(Deadline: July 31st 1996)
21 - 22 Sept.: Single: DM 340
Double: DM 420
excluding breakfast
(Deadline: June 15th 1996)
Penta Hotel
Tel +49 (0) 89 4803-0
Fax +49 (0) 89 4488-277
15 - 20 Sept.: Single: DM 240
Double: DM 240
(Deadline: June 15th 1996)
21 - 22 Sept.: Single: DM 290
Double: DM 290
(Deadline: May 15th 1996)
Please note that these arrangements are available for Symposium participants and accompanying persons only.
Both the City Hilton and the Penta Hotel have their own underground parking facilities.
Further public parking is available at the Cultural Centre Gasteig and at the Riegerblock (Isartor). For reaching the Symposium sites we recommend public transport (S-Bahn).
An informal Buffet-Reception will be held in the Forum der Technik immediately after the Plenary Session on Monday afternoon.
Wednesday evening the Symposium participants and spouses will be invited for a Formal Reception in the "Aerospace Gallery" at the Deutsches Museum.
A Gala Event in traditional Bavarian surroundings is planned for Thursday evening.
A key-note speaker will be invited.
One of the newest space-related IMAX films will be shown.
Spectacular video and slide projections, colourful laser shows, computer animations and exciting space music fill the dome of the Planetarium, carrying the visitor into a magic night sky.
A limited number of free tickets will be available at the registration counter.
On Wednesday afternoon a guided tour to the German Aerospace Research Establishment, DLR, at Oberpfaffenhofen (30 km from Munich) is planned.
(Extra payment)
The Spouse Programme features excursions to notable sights both in Munich and the Bavarian countryside.
Tuesday, 17th, 8.30am-5pm: Neuschwanstein and Oberammergau Wednesday, 18th, morning: City Tour through Munich Thursday, 19th, 8.30am-5pm: Lake "Chiemsee" and "Castle Herrenchiemsee"
The daily trips start and end at the Forum der Technik.
Prices see the Registration Form.
(Please note that a minimum of 20 participants per tour is required.)
Munich is famous as the "Weltstadt mit Herz". Capital of Bavaria and Germany's third-largest city, Munich is a unique synthesis of cosmopolitan sophistication and traditional old-world charm.
World-renowned art galleries, museums (Deutsches Museum), theatres and concert halls together with glittering shopping areas, "gemütliche" restaurants serving Bavarian beer, surrounded by a beautiful landscape with fascinating sights such as Schloß Linderhof and Neuschwanstein.
This is the city welcoming you to SpaceOps96.
Dr. J. Kehr (DLR/GSOC) F.J. Lehbruner (DLR/GSOC) H.A. Laue (ESA/ESOC) Dr. K. Lenhart (ESA/ESOC) Dr. M. Jones (ESA/ESOC)
For more information contact our Organizing Agent:
CAM GmbH "SpaceOps 96" Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 7a D - 82205 Gilching Germany Tel: +49 (0) 81 05 90 95 Fax: +49 (0) 81 05 2 49 65
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
16-Sep 17-Sep 18-Sep 19-Sep 20-Sep
09:00 Panel Panel Panel Plenary
Sessions Sessions Sessions Session
10:00 Registration
12:15 Lunch Break Lunch Break Lunch Break Lunch Break End of
Sypmposium
14:00 Plenary Panel Sessions Panel Sessions Panel Sessions
Session or DLR Tour
17:30 Ice Breaker IMAX/Planetarium --- ---
19:30 --- Reception at Bavarian Evening
"Deutsches Museum"
22:00
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Curator: German Zoeschinger (SpaceOps@dlr.de)
Last revised: 27-Aug-1996