24 Questions
What is the approximate number of people employed in the global space sector as of 2013?
900,000
Which of the following is NOT included in the global space sector according to the text?
Private space tourism companies
Why are universities and research institutions mentioned in the text?
They play a key role in Research and Development (R&D)
What is the reputation of space often associated with?
Being expensive
Which of the following is NOT part of the G20 countries mentioned in the text?
Sweden
What is the significance of acquiring and developing space capabilities?
It is a highly attractive strategic goal
What percentage of the global GDP do G20 members represent?
85%
Which country has the largest space program in the world?
United States
Which organization is abbreviated as OECD in the text?
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
What impact is the trend towards globalization having on the space economy?
Improving supply chains internationally
What are dual-use technologies in the context of space mentioned in the text?
Technologies with both civilian and military applications
In which decade did a handful of countries have the capacity to build and launch a satellite?
1980s
What is increasing competition in the commercial open markets for spacecraft, launchers and parts?
More actors seeking to enter global value chains
How is the expansion of aerospace and electronics groups affecting human resources?
It is impacting human resources as groups address new national markets
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a new opportunity arising in the space economy?
Decline in public funding
What is promising to potentially revolutionize space manufacturing?
Adaptation of mass production techniques from the automobile industry
What could increasingly impact the way space activities are conducted around the world?
New dynamics coupled with globalization
What type of impacts from space investments are mentioned in the text?
Diverse socio-economic impacts
What is a key challenge mentioned in the text regarding space investments?
Building the knowledge base and transferring know-how globally
What remains a formidable challenge?
Launching satellites and probes into space
What is mentioned about satellites in the text?
All of the above
What is mentioned as an example of the socio-economic impacts of space investments?
Cost efficiencies from using satellite navigation tools
What is NOT mentioned as an example of a rocket family in the text?
Proton
What is stated about the flow of evidence-based information in the text?
It needs to be improved to decision-makers and citizens
Explore the benefits of using satellite imagery for improved decision-making and cost efficiencies. Understand the impact of space investments on socio-economic factors and the importance of evidence-based information for decision makers. Discover how space investments can lead to positive outcomes internationally.
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