Global Learning Center, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
October 7-9, 2024
Abstract Submission Closes: May 27, 2024
Abstract Selections Announced: June 17, 2024
Registration Closes (extended!!!): September 26, 2024 (5PM EDT)
Final Manuscript Submission (optional): September 23, 2024
Workshop Dates: October 7-9, 2024
Download Official Technical Program (PDF)
Although images of space objects have been used for decades, there are many common challenges in the use of image data for astronomy, planetary science, optical navigation (OPNAV), and space domain awareness (SDA). Many of these challenges may be addressed by recent advancements in imaging sensors, computer vision algorithms, and computing resources --- all of which set the stage for a fundamental change in how we will exploit image data for future space missions. This workshop aims to facilitate the dissemination of ideas between all of the communities using space image data and to identify areas of common need. The unique workshop format will include oral presentations, poster sessions, and focused breakout sessions to discuss topics of interest.
Registration
Workshop registration is now open! The registration link below will remain active until September 19.
Your workshop registration will include:
• In-person attendance at the 4th Space Imaging Workshop
• All-day coffee, tea, and snacks during each day of the workshop (October 7-9)
• Breakfast and full lunch during each day of the workshop (October 7-9)
• Evening social and dinner on Tuesday (October 8)
• Parking validation for Georgia Tech Global Learning Center (GLC) parking deck
Technical Papers, Presentations, and Posters
Extended abstracts are sought in all aspects of image analysis for space applications and may be submitted to one of the following three categories: presentation (manuscript optional), poster (manuscript optional), student competition (manuscript required). Example topics of particular interest include:
• Computer Vision and Image Processing Techniques as Applied to Space Imagery
• Optical Navigation (OPNAV)
• Terrain Relative Navigation (TRN)
• Image-based Spacecraft-to-Spacecraft Proximity Operations
• Image-based 3D Modeling of Celestial Bodies & Space Objects (e.g., SPC, photogrammetry)
• Image-based Planetary Science & Remote Sensing
• Image-based Astronomy
• Lightcurve Inversion
• Space Imaging Hardware & Technologies
The extended abstracts are expected to be about 750-1,500 words in length. The extended abstract, including references, may be no more than two pages. As this is an imaging workshop, an additional third page with supplemental images may be provided at the author’s discretion. All abstracts should use the workshop template: MS Word and LaTeX. Note that the abstract submission portal only accepts PDF uploads, so your abstract must be saved in this format before submission.
Please be aware that selected abstracts (or final manuscripts) will be posted on the workshop website and available for free public download. The submitting author of each abstract (or final manuscript) is responsible for obtaining the necessary approvals for public release.
Student Paper Competition
Papers with students as the primary author are eligible for submission to the student paper competition. Papers will be evaluated on technical merit and impact to the field, with the top papers receiving recognition.
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Eric Lengyel, CTO, Terathon Software
Eric Lengyel is a computer scientist and mathematician specializing in computer graphics, real-time rendering, game engine architecture, and physical simulation. He has written numerous technical books on these subjects since he began working in industry in the early 1990s. His most recent book, Projective Geometric Algebra Illuminated, presents a complete picture of the modern conceptual foundations for widely applicable and practical computation with Grassmann and Clifford algebras.
Dr. Marcus Holzinger, Professor, University of Colorado Boulder
Prof. Holzinger is a Professor and Endowed Joseph T. Negler Professor in the Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences Department at the University of Colorado Boulder. His research focuses on theoretical and empirical aspects of space development, strategy, and domain awareness, for which he has testified to congress, authored or co-authored over 150 conference & journal papers, served as PI for $20M in external research funding, and built several Raven-class telescope systems. He served as the lead author for AFRL’s ‘A Primer on Cislunar Space’ white paper, is a recipient of an AFOSR Young Investigator Award and the National Academies Grainger Award, and is a National Academies selectee for the US Frontiers of Engineering Symposium. Prof. Holzinger is a Fellow in the American Astronautical Society (AAS) and an Associate Fellow in the American Institute for Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA).
The Journal of the Astronautical Sciences: SIW24 Special Topics Issue
In partnership with the American Astronautical Society, the organizers of the 4th Space Imaging Workshop are delighted to announce the opportunity for contributing authors to submit their work for a special topics issue of The Journal of the Astronautical Sciences (JASS) to be published drawing from high-quality papers presented at the Workshop. JASS is a peer-reviewed archival publication devoted to the sciences and technology of astronautics. Articles are published which present significant new results, important insights, or state of the art surveys in all areas of astrodynamics, celestial mechanics, atmospheric flight mechanics, navigation and guidance, and space related sciences.
Venue
The workshop will be held at the Global Learning Center (GLC) located on the Georgia Institute of Technology campus in Atlanta, GA. The GLC and the Georgia Tech campus are located in midtown Atlanta, about 13 miles north of the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Georgia Tech is a Top 10 public research university, including a national ranking of #2 in aerospace engineering and #6 in computer science (U.S. News & World Report).
Conference Chairs:
John A. Christian and Ava C. Thrasher
Georgia Institute of Technology
john.a.christian(AT)gatech.edu
avacthrasher(AT)gatech.edu