KMI Columns
Read posts by our team describing various issues related to space, community, and our mission.
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3 minute read - Especially for Halloween, Corinne Moore presents a special feature on costumes, candy, and more aboard the ISS. Put on your brave faces, grab your favorite holiday treat, and enjoy a lighthearted romp into Halloween’s past. Maybe you’ll find some last minute inspiration for your costume this year!
4 minute read: Tow Trucks and Tug Boats in Space, Oh My! There are several examples on Earth that illustrate the need for different types of in-space services. It’s clear that more options for specialization lead to overall efficiency.
4.5 minute read - In humanity's pursuit of progress, one thing often lingers in our wake: debris. Just like Earth, space is littered with the remnants of past missions—from rocket bodies to tool bags hurtling through our orbits at 17,000 mph. What happens when all this space junk poses a serious threat to active satellites, spacecraft, or even the ISS?
3 minute read - What's in a name? More than you might think. KMI's first spacecraft needed a title that not only symbolized its mission but also paid homage to the myths of old. After much debate, we landed on "Laelaps"—a name rooted in Greek legend. But what does a mythic hound, destined to catch everything it chases, have to do with space?
4 minute read - In today's column, Bookkeeping Intern Emma Arbelius reflects on her summer experience at KMI.
4 minute read - In today's column, Orbital Archivist Intern Cash Bilton reflects on his summer experience at KMI.
4 minute read - In today's column, Robotics Actuation R&D Intern Noa/h Milivojevic reflects on his summer experience at KMI
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4 minute read - In today's column, Legislative Space Intern Gabe Celello reflects on his summer experience in Space law and debris at KMI.
KMI is thrilled to welcome Dr. Anna Lee Fisher to their formal advisory board! An astronaut, doctor, and mother, Dr. Fisher has over 35 years of NASA experience, including historic space missions and pivotal roles in the development of the ISS. Read more about her incredible journey and contributions to space exploration in our latest column by Corinne Moore.
6 minute read - The future of logistics, mobility, and operations in space can be bright, IF space partners, satellite operators, regulators have intentionally worked together to design the most sustainable future possible. Read on to explore the aspects of intentional design for a sustainable space future!