Trends and legal perspectives in space law:

a systematic review of the literature

Authors

  • Ana Luiza de Abreu Julião Graduação em Direito, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, UERJ, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brasil
  • Carlos Eduardo José da Silva Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pesquisa Operacional, Instituto Tecnológico da Aeronáutica e Universidade Federal de São Paulo, ITA/UNIFESP, São José dos Campos, SP, Brasil
  • Eduarda Cristina dos Santos Silva Graduação em Direito, Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Lisboa, FDUL, Lisboa, LIS, Portugal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22480/revunifa.2024.37.643

Keywords:

Space Law, Outer Space Exploration, Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

This systematic literature review article explores the intricate legal issues associated with the exponential development of outer space exploration and utilization. With the increase in space activities such as satellite launches and mineral resource exploration, legal challenges arise, including the regulation of peaceful space usage, management of space debris, and establishment of rules for extraterrestrial resource appropriation. Cross-border jurisdiction and responsibility issues also gain prominence. The study evaluates the influence of technological transformations on Space Law, aiming to ensure an effective legal framework for space exploration. Based on the PRISMA Protocol and utilizing the computational tool Bibliometrix, the study compiles contemporary discussions on space activities, contributing to legal literature and providing insights for policymakers and legal professionals. It delves into the regulation of human activities in space, liability for damages, governance of extraterrestrial resources, and implications of technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI). The article also discusses challenges such as defining outer space boundaries, militarization of AI, and dispute resolution. The article underscores the importance of updated regulations, international cooperation, and a balance between regulation and technological innovation. The systematic review offers a comprehensive overview of legal trends in the field of Space Law, contributing to its evolution in the face of emerging legal complexities.

Author Biographies

  • Ana Luiza de Abreu Julião, Graduação em Direito, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, UERJ, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brasil

    Undergraduate student in Law at the State University of Rio de Janeiro - UERJ. He participated in the history monitoring project at Colégio Pedro II as a student monitor and the Junior Scientific Initiation Project "Teaching of History, orality and teaching trajectories: (re)inventions in pandemic times". She works as an intern at the law firm Sergio Bermudes Advogados. He participated as a scholarship student of the scientific initiation project "Prodocência - The application of justice Aristotelian in the Supreme Court" and currently participates on a voluntary basis.

  • Carlos Eduardo José da Silva, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pesquisa Operacional, Instituto Tecnológico da Aeronáutica e Universidade Federal de São Paulo, ITA/UNIFESP, São José dos Campos, SP, Brasil

    PhD student in Production Engineering / Operations Research, in the Graduate Program in Operations Research (PPG-PO), at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) in association with the Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA); Master's Degree in Business Administration and Development, Estácio de Sá University (UNESA/MADE), Lato Sensu Post-Graduate Degree in Public Management and Employment of the Air Force, from the University of the Air Force (UNIFA); Post-Graduate Degree in Planning, Implementation and Management of Distance Education, from the Fluminense Federal University (UFF), Lato Sensu Post-Graduate Degree in People and Process Management, from the Center for Instruction and Adaptation of Air Force Officers (CIAAR); I have a Technological Degree in Aeronautical Management and Maintenance, from CIAAR, and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the Federal Rural University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ). I work as an Instructor at the Air Force Officer Training School and I am interested in the topics of Linear Optimization; Integer Linear Programming; Methods of Problem Structuring and Multicriteria Decision Analysis, mainly applied in Logistics, Materials Management, Production, Education, and Process and Project Management.

  • Eduarda Cristina dos Santos Silva, Graduação em Direito, Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Lisboa, FDUL, Lisboa, LIS, Portugal

    Graduating in Law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Lisbon, Portugal. Voluntarily participates in the extracurricular projects of the Luso Study Center Brazilian from the University of Lisbon.

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Trends and legal perspectives in space law:: a systematic review of the literature. The Journal of the University of the Air Force , Rio de Janeiro, v. 37, p. 1–23, 2024. DOI: 10.22480/revunifa.2024.37.643. Disponível em: https://revistadaunifa.fab.mil.br/index.php/reunifa/article/view/643.. Acesso em: 21 nov. 2024.

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