The Space Industry Is Getting Down to Business
Fifty years of human engagement in space has created a foundational body of knowledge about building machines to survive uniquely harsh conditions, support humans and operate in a remote and challenging environment.
This broad experience base, now accessible to everyone across the globe, combined with incredible advancements in computing, electronics, materials and other technologies, has lowered the barriers to entry for engaging in space business.
One particularly important development has been the emergence of smaller satellites, resulting in a surge of startup satellite companies and new investment.
Source: The Space Industry Is Getting Down to Business – BRINK – News and Insights on Global Risk