German Space Agency at DLR - JAXA Cooperation in the field of “Usage of automotive components in space application”
Implementing Arrangement concerning cooperative activities related to usage of automotive components in space application between the German Space Agency at DLR and JAXA was signed on November 28, 2023.
The main objective is to evaluate the use of automotive technologies, such as electronic and electrical (EEE) components, sensors, and systems, in space applications through the participation of German and Japanese industries, universities, and institutes.
The German Space Agency at DLR and JAXA are jointly shaping a structured bilateral network, supported by workshops that serve as an exchange platform. The aim is to bring Japanese and German entities together within this framework, providing opportunities to develop project ideas and exchange technical expertise.
Two workshops per year are planned (one online, one hybrid), alternating between Japan and Germany since 2023.
Participation in the workshops is limited to entities (industry, universities, institutes) that have signed the Network Agreement. This agreement establishes a single joint confidentiality framework for all network participants.
Working Group: New Space Guideline on EEE Components
Based on the strong interest from Japanese and German industry as EEE-Components manufacturers and users, JAXA and DLR decided to establish the first working group under the cooperation of using automotive technologies for space.
This initiative aims to bring together leading experts from Japan and Germany to address the evolving challenges of using automotive and/or COTS components in New Space missions, establish international best practices, promote cross-border collaboration, and influence the use of EEE components in New Space.
JAXA and DLR welcome contributions from industry and academia and invite experts in space systems, parts engineering, and policy to participate in this endeavor. Their insights will directly contribute to the development of robust, forward-thinking guidelines that will drive innovation and set the guideline for the future of the New Space industry.
