基本説明
Examines the varied elements of public law that lie behind and regulate the use of space.
Full Description
The opening of space to exploration and use has had profound effects on society. Remote sensing by satellite has improved meteorology, land use and the monitoring of the environment. Satellite television immediately informs us visually of events in formerly remote locations, as well as providing many entertainment channels. World telecommunication facilities have been revolutionised. Global positioning has improved transport. This book examines the varied elements of public law that lie behind and regulate the use of space. It also makes suggestions for the development and improvement of the law, particularly as private enterprise plays an increasing role in space.
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction: Actors, History and Fora; Chapter 2 Sources of Space Law; Chapter 3 The Outer Space Treaty, 1967; Chapter 4 Space Objects: Control, Registration, Return and Liability - The Treaties and the Practice; Chapter 5 Astronauts; Chapter 6 The Air/Space Boundary Question; Chapter 7 The Moon and Other Celestial Bodies; Chapter 8 Radio and the International Telecommunication Union; Chapter 9 Orbits, Direct Broadcasting and Solar Power; Chapter 10 Environmental Regulation; Chapter 11 Telecommunication Organisations; Chapter 12 Global Navigation Satellite Systems; Chapter 13 Remote Sensing; Chapter 14 Space Activities and International Trade Law; Chapter 15 Commercial Activities and the Implementation of Space Law; Chapter 16 The Military Use of Outer Space; Chapter 17 The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI); Chapter 18 The Future;
