======Future uses of Space out to 2050======
This report examines potential 'high risk, high reward' uses of space and their implications for the UK National Space Strategy, focusing on emerging threats and opportunities out to 2050.\\ 
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|Report location:  |[[https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA609-1.html|source]]   |
|Language:  |English  |
|Publisher:  |[[encyclopedia:rand|RAND]]  |
|Authors:  |James Black, Kevin Martin, Linda Slapakova  |
|Time horizon:  |2050    |
|Geographic focus:  |Space, United Kingdom   |
|Page count:  |70  |

=====Methods=====
The research method involved a structured approach using literature review, horizon scanning, and expert consultation to identify potential uses of space out to 2050. The study characterized the space economy's upstream and downstream segments, identifying around 200 use cases across 15 thematic clusters.\\ 
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=====Key Insights=====
The space economy by 2050 may undergo transformative changes, driven by technological advances, commercialization, and new market demands. This report explores potential future uses of space, including upstream and downstream markets, and identifies key enablers and barriers to realizing these opportunities. It discusses implications for the UK's National Space Strategy and the need for a strategic approach to maximize influence in the evolving space sector.\\ 
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