Developing a Sustainable Space Capability Developing a Sustainable Space Capability 10. The Centre aims to raise the capability of local industry, research organisations and universities by providing them with opportunities to play key roles in Australian and international space missions. By expanding user demands for services provided by microsatellites, the Centre contributes to the growth of a new space industry in Australia and to the expansion of education and training opportunities.
Few countries are self sufficient in terms of national space programs.
The current economic environment also constrains levels of activity in many agencies. International cooperation has become essential for accessing a wide range of engineering skills, technologies, applications, project management expertise, training and education, and reduces risks inherent in the development and application of satellite systems. Through its contribution to space missions with international participation, the Centre is accessing leading edge technologies, including hardware and software systems for research and industrial applications in Australia. The Centre has targeted applications for space products and services based on microsatellite technologies. There is a growing worldwide market in this area.