Star Wars: The battle for space supremacy - IET Surrey Network
19th October 2016
Venue: University of Surrey, Guildford
19.30-21.00
Summary
How is space used in military operations? Spy satellites, positional satellites, SatNav and SatCom will be covered in this informative insight into the world of modern warfare.
What to expect
Our speaker Dave Davis, senior systems engineer at VT iDirect, will explain how space technology has helped shape the battlefield, together with the technological and human issues involved in using space within a military context.
He will also describe the threats and opportunities that could arise on land, at sea or in the air; and how constant communications, situational awareness and navigation are all crucial in making the right decisions at the right time.