Table of Contents

Introduction

Information and Communication Technology

Basic Definitions and Principles of Information and Communication Technology

ICT Applications

Space Technology

Outer Space

Space Within Reach

Satellites

Application Satellites

Scientific Satellites

Communication Satellites

Future Space Technologies

Space Technologies

Non-rocket Space Launch

Single Stage-to-Orbit

Solar Power Satellites

Information and Communication Technology and Space Technology

Appendix

Index

About the Author

Dr. Mohammad Razani has extensive experience in technological fields ranging from satellite communications to microwave remote sensing and information technology. He received his BS and MS in Electrical Engineering from Kansas State University, and his Ph.D. in EE from the University of Kansas. His experience includes years as a teacher and researcher at the New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York, where he is presently Associate Professor and Chairman of the Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering Technology Department. Dr. Razani has published numerous technical papers and books. He has served as Vice Chairman of several Study Groups at International Telecommunication Union (ITU), where he had an active role for more than 12 years.