First Announcement and Call for Papers

14th International Space Conference of Pacific-basin
Societies (ISCOPS)
Xi’an, ChinaMay 28-30, 2014
Deadline for Abstracts: Feb 15, 2014

Chinese Society of Astronautics (CSA) /American Astronautical Society (AAS)/ Japanese Rocket Society (JRS)Aim of the Conference
thThe 14 ISCOPS, on the theme “Space Technology for the Benefit of Mankind” and hosted by
Chinese Society of Astronautics (CSA), American Astronautical Society (AAS) and JapaneseRocket Society（JRS）, will take place from May 28-30, 2014 in Xi’an China . ISCOPS is aninternational event to improve and strengthen communication cooperation in space technologyamong, but not limited to, Pacific basin countries.
This event covers aspects of space applications and operations, space technology, spaceinfrastructure, space science and exploration, and space and society. In addition to a richtechnical programme, students symposium and competition, the 14th

ISCOPS will haveseveral excellent keynote lectures focusing on the latest progress of Pacific-basin countries.
ISCOPS is a venue where representatives of industry, academia and the general public cometogether, exchange ideas, see demonstrations of leading-edge technology, identify
opportunities for collaboration and forge new relationships.

Call for Papers: （Including international students symposium and competition）
in the areas of:
1. International Students Symposium and Competition (graduate level)
2. Technical sessions:
A. Space Application and Operations — earth observation, communication,navigation, human space endeavors and small satellites.
B. Space Technology — astrodynamics, structures, power and propulsion.
C. Space Infrastructure — space system transportation, space future systems and safety.
D. Space Science and Exploration — microgravity, space exploration, space debris.
E. Space and Society — education, administration and cooperation.

Instructions to Authors
1. Abstract Preparation
Format

Abstract must be written in English.

Abstract length should be between 400-600 words.

Authors are requested to prepare their abstracts as follows: use single spacing; starting in
the top quarter of the page include title, full names, affiliation and mailing addresses of allauthors, a designated contact author, email addresses, phone, and facsimile numbers,
provide no less than two key words.

Student abstracts for international students symposium and competition should clearly
indicate the level (Masters or Ph.D.) and the name of the student presenter.

ContentAn abstract can be submitted to only one technical session.

Supporting figures and tables are encouraged.

Abstracts should specify: objectives, methodology, results and conclusions.

Abstracts should indicate that substantive technical and /or programmatic content isincluded.

2. Abstract Submission:Abstract should be submitted to the regional representatives as indicated below with
Microsoft Word and/or PDF documents as attachments.

Abstract from areas out of pacific is welcome

as well. Please submit toISCOPS@csaspace.org.cn

Deadline of abstract submission is 15 February 2014

3. Abstract Selection:
Submitted abstracts will be evaluated by the International Programme Committee on thebasis of technical quality and relevance to the session topics.

Acceptance of abstract will be communicated to the authors’ E-mail box in early March.

Regional Representatives
CSA – Ms. MENG Qinghao
Chinese Society of Astronautics, PO Box 838, Beijing 100830, CHINA,
Tel: +86-1068193081
Fax: +86-1068768624

CSA – Ms. LI Luping
Chinese Society of Astronautics, PO Box 838, Beijing 100830, CHINA,Tel: +86-1068193081
Fax: +86-1068768624
Email: gracellp@gmail.com

AAS – Professor Peter Bainum
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Howard University , 2300 Sixth Street
NW, Washington, DC 20059 USA
Tel: +1202-806-6612 or +1301-530-9690
Fax: +1202-806-5258 or +1202-483-1396
Email: pbainum@fac.howard.edu
AAS – Professor Arun Misra
Department of Mechanical Engineering, McGill University, 817 Sherbrooke Street W, Montreal,
Quebec , H3A 2K6, CANADA,
Tel: +1514-398-6288,
Fax: +1514-398-7365,
Email: arun.misra@mcgill.ca

JRS – Professor Yasuhiro Morita
The Institute of Space and Astronautical Science, JAXA 3-1-1 Yoshinodai, Chuo-ku,agamihara, Kanagawa 252-5210, JAPANFax: +81-42-759-8458,
Email: morita.yasuhiro@jaxa.jp

Conference Fees
Full Participant

USD 550

Full Participant (Retired)

USD 350

All Student Participants

USD 100

Accompanying Person

USD 150

Full participant and student registration fees include admission to all technical sessions andsocial programs, including the welcome reception, the award banquet, coffee breaks, and atechnical visit, as well as the CD proceedings of the conference. Xi’an tour is not included.

Accompany person fees include welcome reception, coffee breaks and a technical visit,
technical sessions, the award banquet and Xi’an tour is not included.
Spark M. Matsunaga Memorial Award
During the conference, the Eighth Spark Matsunaga Memorial Award will be presented to aperson from the Pacific region, who has made distinguished contributions to regional or global
space cooperation. One additional winner from another Pacific-basin country not involved withhosting future ISCOPS might be possible upon the agreements by the three societies.
Nominations, including a nomination letter, one page supporting document, and an additional
letter of reference, should reach the Matsunaga Award Committee though the CSA regional
representative by March 15, 2014.
Opening Ceremony and Technical Sessions
The opening ceremony will be held in the morning on May 28 (Wednesday), which will befollowed by key note lectures. The technical sessions will start in the afternoon and end atnoon on May 30 (Friday).
Social Events
The welcome reception will be held in the evening of May 27 and the banquet will be held inthe evening of May 30 for full and student participants. The banquet includes the Spark M.
Matsunaga Memorial Award presentation and Student Award presentations. Additional
banquet tickets may be purchased for USD 120.
Technical Visit
The exploration and utilization of space is one of the most magnificent endeavors in the humanhistory in the 20th century. China has always been actively participating in the exploration ofththe universe. The 14 ISCOPS will provide all delegates with the opportunity of visiting somemajor space actors in China. Details of the technical visit will be provided on the second
announcement soon.
Xi’an TourXi'an is the capital of Shaanxi province, and a sub-provincial in China. It is one of the oldest
cities in China with more than 3,100 years of history. Xi'an is one of the Four Great Ancient
Capitals of China, having held the position under several of the most important dynasties inChinese history. Xi'an is the starting point of the Silk Road and home to the Terracotta Army ofEmperor Qin Shi Huang.
14th ISCOPS will provide all delegates with the opportunity to experience the enchanting
culture and history of China from the reserved relics, ancient city wall, museum, temples andreligious architectures or even mountains. Details of the Xi’an tour will be provided in thesecond announcement soon.
Accommodations
Xi’an has the widest range of foreigner-friendly accommodation in all China, with a variety ofoptions in every budget range. A list officially recommends hotels will be included in thesecond announcement. Please check through the internet or ask your travel agent.

Conference Organization
Honorary Co-Chairpersons
CSA Prof. XU DazheAAS TBDJRS TBD
General Co-Chairpersons
CSA Prof. YUAN Jie
AASJRSInternational Program Committee Co-Chairpersons
CSA TBDAAS TBDJRS TBD

VisasCongress participants coming from countries requiring a visa to enter China can obtain aninvitation letter to support their visa applications. Official individual letters of invitation will besent on behalf of ISCOPS, signed by an appropriate Chinese ISCOPS official. To make yourtrip to China an easy and pleasant one, you are kindly advised to consult the local Chinese
Embassies or Consulates-General first for travel information. They will readily help you gothrough the necessary procedures.
__________________________________________________________________For further information, please contact Ms.Li Luping
Chinese Society of Astronautics, PO Box 838, Beijing 100830, CHINA,
Tel: +86-1068193081 Fax: +86-1068768624
Email: gracellp@gmail.com__________________________________________________________________