A.kolovos, protecting critical infrastructures, june 14 2014 for slidesharealexanderkolovos
The document discusses options that nations face in protecting critical infrastructure from unregulated dissemination of high-resolution satellite imagery. It outlines how the commercialization of space imagery has given the public access but also raised national security concerns. Nations have options such as creating regulatory frameworks, coordinating international action, and negotiating with commercial entities to censor or limit certain imagery. The conclusion is that while high-resolution imagery cannot be reversed, nations can take steps to reduce security risks to critical infrastructure by limiting its exposure online.
Alexandros Kolovos, European Space Policy Consultation, Panel 6: Security, Ju...alexanderkolovos
Presentation on European Space Policy consultation: Closing Conference, Panel 6: The Security Dimension, Paris, 23-24 June 2003. Originally published on http://ec.europa.eu/comm/space/doc_pdf/paris_kolovos.pdf
Alexandros Kolovos, ’Esdp And Space’, Initiative on EU 2nd Pillar, Athens,May...alexanderkolovos
«ESDP and SPACE», Athens special workshop organised by the EU Council Presidency and EC on “ Security and Defence Aspects of Space: The Challenges for EU”, 8-9 May 2003. Originally published on http://ec.europa.eu/comm/space/doc_pdf/kolovos.pdf
A.kolovos, protecting critical infrastructures, june 14 2014 for slidesharealexanderkolovos
The document discusses options that nations face in protecting critical infrastructure from unregulated dissemination of high-resolution satellite imagery. It outlines how the commercialization of space imagery has given the public access but also raised national security concerns. Nations have options such as creating regulatory frameworks, coordinating international action, and negotiating with commercial entities to censor or limit certain imagery. The conclusion is that while high-resolution imagery cannot be reversed, nations can take steps to reduce security risks to critical infrastructure by limiting its exposure online.
Alexandros Kolovos, European Space Policy Consultation, Panel 6: Security, Ju...alexanderkolovos
Presentation on European Space Policy consultation: Closing Conference, Panel 6: The Security Dimension, Paris, 23-24 June 2003. Originally published on http://ec.europa.eu/comm/space/doc_pdf/paris_kolovos.pdf
Alexandros Kolovos, ’Esdp And Space’, Initiative on EU 2nd Pillar, Athens,May...alexanderkolovos
«ESDP and SPACE», Athens special workshop organised by the EU Council Presidency and EC on “ Security and Defence Aspects of Space: The Challenges for EU”, 8-9 May 2003. Originally published on http://ec.europa.eu/comm/space/doc_pdf/kolovos.pdf
Πολεμική Αεροπορία και Διάστημα: Από το Παρελθόν στο Μέλλον Αεροπορική Επιθεώ...alexanderkolovos
Space has become an increasingly important area of global security over the last decade. As countries around the world become increasingly dependent on satellites for everything, the importance of ensuring their operation has also increased. Especially for Air Forces around the world, support from Space has become a critical component of modern military operations, providing intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, vital communication links, early warning and GPS guidance among others.
At the same time, the issue of security in space has also become more pressing. With several countries developing space weapons and related technologies, the potential for conflict in space has increased. In addition, the issue of space debris has become more important as the number of man-made objects in orbit continues to increase. All of these factors pose challenges for the Air Forces, especially for those that have decided that their area of responsibility will extend into space.
The recent conflict in Ukraine highlighted some of these challenges. The use of satellite imagery and tactical space communications played an important role in the conflict, and the possibility of using space weapons in the conflict has raised concerns about the risks of escalation.
This article, included in a special issue of the HAF's Air Review devoted to Space, explores the issue, providing a history of HAF's involvement in Space up to the latest developments in satellite systems, as well as the challenges generally faced by the Air Force as it attempts to navigate this complex and dynamic environment.
Alexandros Kolovos, Commercial Satellites in Crisis and War: The Case of the ...alexanderkolovos
During the ongoing war in Ukraine, satellites played a crucial role in managing the crisis and supporting military operations. They provided valuable contributions, such as revealing Russia's military preparations through commercial satellite imagery and addressing the Ukrainian armed forces' critical need for satellite communications. The US and UK have used intelligence to shape international opinion on Russia's capabilities and intentions during the conflict. The war has highlighted the use of advanced technologies and cyber-attacks, leading to a need to reassess military capabilities and operations. Space technology has been instrumental in both the lead-up to the conflict and during the war, supporting Ukraine’s Armed Forces mobility and precision attacks, against a larger enemy. The private sector has become a significant contributor to military operations, with SpaceX's Starlink satellite mega-constellation aided the Ukrainians in effectively responding to Russian aggression and prolonging the war beyond what was initially anticipated. The conflict has also underscored the importance of safeguarding space technologies and the need for continued development and innovation in this area.
Kolovos alexandros, panel 14, assessing common application of surveillance to...alexanderkolovos
The document discusses the European Border Surveillance System (EUROSUR) and the EU-FRONTEX Delegation Agreement. EUROSUR uses modern surveillance technologies like satellites and unmanned aerial systems to improve situational awareness and reaction capabilities at EU borders. The EU-FRONTEX Agreement provides FRONTEX €47 million by 2020 to deliver border surveillance services using data from ship reporting systems and satellite imagery. While this helps border security, some information is withheld for security reasons. Unmanned aerial systems are not yet used due to aviation safety regulations.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Alex. kolovos bill baousis-environment as a national security component, jan....alexanderkolovos
Environmental management via space-based assets is a component of national Security, which until now (1997) has not gather the attention of the public. This paper analyses two case studies which verify this argument.
This article makes a reference to the two succesful intitiatives related with space pursued by the Hellenic Presidencies in the Western European Union (WEU Space Policy, 1998) and in the EU (ESDP and Space, 2002-03)
Alexandros kolovos on_'esdp and space'_initiative_presented_on_eumc_on_24th s...alexanderkolovos
This document discusses the importance of integrating space assets into the European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) framework. It outlines key areas where space capabilities could provide advantages, such as command and control, intelligence gathering, early warning, navigation and timing. However, it notes there are still shortfalls in European space-based capabilities for secure communications, precision guidance, search and rescue, and weather forecasting. The aim is to provide background for developing an EU concept to better utilize space assets and address gaps to strengthen European crisis response and military operations.
Esdp and space document circulated at 15 ms and presented at eumc on 12 mar...alexanderkolovos
The document discusses the Greek initiative on developing a space concept for the European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP). It provides background on existing EU space activities and policies. Specifically:
- The EU and European Space Agency (ESA) have undertaken various space programs and established policies/institutions for civil space applications.
- The initiative aims to develop a coherent EU space policy and determine space capabilities needed to achieve ESDP objectives, given space technologies can support both civil and military crisis management.
- It reviews comments from EU members and outlines findings on current European space efforts to inform developing an ESDP space policy and determining required space capacities.
Alexandros Kolovos On The Hellenic Institutional Framework In Spacealexanderkolovos
“Το Θεσμικό Πλαίσιο και οι Δρώντες Εκμετάλλευσης της Διαστημικής Τεχνολογίας στην Ελλάδα”, Συντονιστής Συνεδρίου, Αλέξανδρος Κολοβός, Επίκουρος Καθηγητής Σχολής Ικάρων (Εκλεγείς), Ταξίαρχος ΠΑ (ε.α), Διακλαδικό Σεμινάριο, Δεκέλεια, 23 Μαΐου 2012, "Επιχειρησιακή Εκμετάλλευση Διαστήματος για σκοπούς Ασφάλειας και Άμυνας"
Πολεμική Αεροπορία και Διάστημα: Από το Παρελθόν στο Μέλλον Αεροπορική Επιθεώ...alexanderkolovos
Space has become an increasingly important area of global security over the last decade. As countries around the world become increasingly dependent on satellites for everything, the importance of ensuring their operation has also increased. Especially for Air Forces around the world, support from Space has become a critical component of modern military operations, providing intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, vital communication links, early warning and GPS guidance among others.
At the same time, the issue of security in space has also become more pressing. With several countries developing space weapons and related technologies, the potential for conflict in space has increased. In addition, the issue of space debris has become more important as the number of man-made objects in orbit continues to increase. All of these factors pose challenges for the Air Forces, especially for those that have decided that their area of responsibility will extend into space.
The recent conflict in Ukraine highlighted some of these challenges. The use of satellite imagery and tactical space communications played an important role in the conflict, and the possibility of using space weapons in the conflict has raised concerns about the risks of escalation.
This article, included in a special issue of the HAF's Air Review devoted to Space, explores the issue, providing a history of HAF's involvement in Space up to the latest developments in satellite systems, as well as the challenges generally faced by the Air Force as it attempts to navigate this complex and dynamic environment.
Alexandros Kolovos, Commercial Satellites in Crisis and War: The Case of the ...alexanderkolovos
During the ongoing war in Ukraine, satellites played a crucial role in managing the crisis and supporting military operations. They provided valuable contributions, such as revealing Russia's military preparations through commercial satellite imagery and addressing the Ukrainian armed forces' critical need for satellite communications. The US and UK have used intelligence to shape international opinion on Russia's capabilities and intentions during the conflict. The war has highlighted the use of advanced technologies and cyber-attacks, leading to a need to reassess military capabilities and operations. Space technology has been instrumental in both the lead-up to the conflict and during the war, supporting Ukraine’s Armed Forces mobility and precision attacks, against a larger enemy. The private sector has become a significant contributor to military operations, with SpaceX's Starlink satellite mega-constellation aided the Ukrainians in effectively responding to Russian aggression and prolonging the war beyond what was initially anticipated. The conflict has also underscored the importance of safeguarding space technologies and the need for continued development and innovation in this area.
Kolovos alexandros, panel 14, assessing common application of surveillance to...alexanderkolovos
The document discusses the European Border Surveillance System (EUROSUR) and the EU-FRONTEX Delegation Agreement. EUROSUR uses modern surveillance technologies like satellites and unmanned aerial systems to improve situational awareness and reaction capabilities at EU borders. The EU-FRONTEX Agreement provides FRONTEX €47 million by 2020 to deliver border surveillance services using data from ship reporting systems and satellite imagery. While this helps border security, some information is withheld for security reasons. Unmanned aerial systems are not yet used due to aviation safety regulations.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Alex. kolovos bill baousis-environment as a national security component, jan....alexanderkolovos
Environmental management via space-based assets is a component of national Security, which until now (1997) has not gather the attention of the public. This paper analyses two case studies which verify this argument.
This article makes a reference to the two succesful intitiatives related with space pursued by the Hellenic Presidencies in the Western European Union (WEU Space Policy, 1998) and in the EU (ESDP and Space, 2002-03)
Alexandros kolovos on_'esdp and space'_initiative_presented_on_eumc_on_24th s...alexanderkolovos
This document discusses the importance of integrating space assets into the European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) framework. It outlines key areas where space capabilities could provide advantages, such as command and control, intelligence gathering, early warning, navigation and timing. However, it notes there are still shortfalls in European space-based capabilities for secure communications, precision guidance, search and rescue, and weather forecasting. The aim is to provide background for developing an EU concept to better utilize space assets and address gaps to strengthen European crisis response and military operations.
Esdp and space document circulated at 15 ms and presented at eumc on 12 mar...alexanderkolovos
The document discusses the Greek initiative on developing a space concept for the European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP). It provides background on existing EU space activities and policies. Specifically:
- The EU and European Space Agency (ESA) have undertaken various space programs and established policies/institutions for civil space applications.
- The initiative aims to develop a coherent EU space policy and determine space capabilities needed to achieve ESDP objectives, given space technologies can support both civil and military crisis management.
- It reviews comments from EU members and outlines findings on current European space efforts to inform developing an ESDP space policy and determining required space capacities.
Alexandros Kolovos On The Hellenic Institutional Framework In Spacealexanderkolovos
“Το Θεσμικό Πλαίσιο και οι Δρώντες Εκμετάλλευσης της Διαστημικής Τεχνολογίας στην Ελλάδα”, Συντονιστής Συνεδρίου, Αλέξανδρος Κολοβός, Επίκουρος Καθηγητής Σχολής Ικάρων (Εκλεγείς), Ταξίαρχος ΠΑ (ε.α), Διακλαδικό Σεμινάριο, Δεκέλεια, 23 Μαΐου 2012, "Επιχειρησιακή Εκμετάλλευση Διαστήματος για σκοπούς Ασφάλειας και Άμυνας"