List of space technology awards

This list of space technology awards is an index to articles about notable awards related to space technology. This includes awards for development of spacecraft, satellites, space stations, and support infrastructure, equipment, and procedures. The list shows the country of the sponsoring organization, but awards are not necessarily limited to people or organizations based in that country.

2014 Collier Trophy presentation

Awards
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CountryAwardSponsorGiven for
FranceAllan D. Emil Memorial AwardInternational Astronautical FederationOutstanding contribution in space science, space technology, space medicine, or space law which involved the participation of more than one nation and/or which furthered the possibility of greater international cooperation in astronautics[1]
United StatesAmerica's Space PrizeBigelow AerospaceFirst US-based privately funded team to design and build a reusable manned capsule capable of flying 5 astronauts to a Bigelow Aerospace inflatable space module. Expired in 2010[2]
United StatesAnsari X PrizeAmir Ansari / X Prize FoundationFor first non-government organization to launch a reusable manned spacecraft into space twice within two weeks. Won in 2004.[3]
IndiaAryabhata AwardAstronautical Society of IndiaNotable lifetime contributions in the field of astronautics and aerospace technology in India[4][5]
United StatesCarl Sagan Memorial Award American Astronautical Society, The Planetary SocietyDemonstrated leadership in research or policies advancing exploration of the Cosmos[6]
United StatesCentennial ChallengesNASAFor various non-government-funded technological achievements by American teams[7]
United StatesCollier TrophyNational Aeronautic AssociationGreatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving the performance, efficiency, and safety of air or space vehicles[8]
United StatesDirk Brouwer AwardAmerican Astronautical SocietySignificant technical contributions to space flight mechanics and astrodynamics[9]
InternationalEdison AwardEdison AwardsHonoring excellence in innovation[10]
United StatesEugene M. Emme Astronautical Literature AwardAmerican Astronautical SocietyTruly outstanding book serving public understanding about the positive impact of astronautics upon society[11]
FranceFranck J. Malina Astronautics MedalInternational Astronautical FederationEducator who has demonstrated excellence in taking the fullest advantage of the resources available to them to promote the study of astronautics and related space sciences[12]
United StatesGoogle Lunar X PrizeGoogleFor successfully launching, landing, and operating a rover on the lunar surface
United StatesHarold Brown AwardUnited States Air ForceScientist or engineer who applies scientific research to solve a problem critical to the needs of the Air Force
United StatesHeinlein Prize for Advances in Space CommercializationHeinlein Prize TrustIndividuals who make practical contributions to the commercialization of space
United StatesIEEE Judith A. Resnik AwardInstitute of Electrical and Electronics EngineersOutstanding contributions to space engineering within the fields of interest of the IEEE
United StatesLew Allen AwardJet Propulsion LaboratorySignificant accomplishments or leadership early in an individual's professional career at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory
United StatesInternational Space Hall of FameNew Mexico Museum of Space History
FranceLuigi G. Napolitano AwardInternational Astronautical CongressYoung scientist, below 30 years of age, who has contributed significantly to the advancement of the aerospace science
United StatesLunar Lander ChallengeNASA : Centennial ChallengesSeries of prizes for teams that launch a vertical takeoff/vertical landing (VTVL) rocket that achieved the total delta-v needed for a vehicle to move between the surface of the Moon and its orbit.
United KingdomN-PrizePaul H. DearTo launch a satellite weighing between 9.99 and 19.99 grammes into Earth orbit, and to track it for a minimum of nine orbits. The launch budget must be under £999.99 including the launch vehicle, all of the required non-reusable launch equipment hardware, and propellant
United StatesOrbit AwardNational Space Society and Space Tourism SocietyPioneers in the private space travel industry
United KingdomSir Arthur Clarke AwardArthur C. Clarke FoundationNotable contributions to space exploration, particularly British achievements
United StatesSpace Flight AwardAmerican Astronautical SocietyPerson whose outstanding efforts and achievements have contributed most significantly to the advancement of space flight and space exploration
United StatesSpace Pioneer AwardsNational Space SocietyIndividuals and teams who have opened the space frontier
United StatesVictor A. Prather AwardAmerican Astronautical SocietyResearchers, engineers and flight crew members in the field of extravehicular protection or activity in space.
United StatesWright Brothers MedalSAE International Notable contributions in the engineering, design, development, or operation of air and space vehicles

See also

References
  1. Allan D. Emil Memorial Award | IAF
  2. Belfiore, Michael (2007). Rocketeers: how a visionary band of business leaders, engineers, and pilots is boldly privatizing space. New York: Smithsonian Books. pp. 8–10. ISBN 978-0-06-114903-0.
  3. "Ansari X Prize". Archived from the original on 23 September 2010. Retrieved 2010-09-15.
  4. "Astronautical Society awards space scientists". thehindubusinessline.com. 23 June 2015. Archived from the original on 9 June 2018.
  5. "DRDO Chief gets prestigious Aryabhatta award". Zee News. 28 May 2013. Archived from the original on 9 June 2018.
  6. Carl Sagan Memorial Award
  7. Centennial Challenges Home page of official web site.
  8. "Playboys, Ponies, Flying Machines had Wickatunk Agog 50 Years Ago". Asbury Park Press. Asbury Park, New Jersey. December 5, 1960. p. 13 – via Newspapers.com.
  9. "Dirk Brouwer Award". American Astronautical Society. Retrieved 16 March 2012.
  10. MAX TAKES HOME SILVER IN 2020 EDISON AWARDS, GoPro, 1 April 2020, retrieved 2020-04-11
  11. "Eugene M. Emme Astronautical Literature Awards". American Astronautical Society (AAS).
  12. Frank J. Malina Astronautics Medal, International Astronautical Federation, retrieved 2020-01-14
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