Space Law: Development and Scope

By Nandasiri Jasentuliyana

This volume presents an analysis of the historical background, current status, and future development of space law by noted legal scholars. It focuses on a distinct and growing field of international law that incorporates both public and private law. Specific areas covered are scientific and technical aspects of space and space law; the United Nations and other institutional arrangements; national regulatory aspects; satellite applications; commercialization; dispute settlement; and case law.

Since the establishment of a special law-making body at the United Nations in 1958, there has been a steady expansion of laws and regulations pertaining to space activities. The result has been the development of a distinct and mature discipline of international law. This analysis of space law by recognized experts in the field will interest scholars, practitioners, and policy-makers involved in the regulation of space use and exploration.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0275940365
• ISBN13: 9780275940362
• Release Date: August 1992
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.5"