AMOS Conference was held on September 20-23 at the Wailea Marriott Resort and Spa with a record-breaking attendance of over 680 participants. The program presented over 100 technical papers and featured speakers, poster sessions, exhibits and short courses in the fields of telescope optics, adaptive imaging and international exchange of knowledge within the SSA community. Eighteen countries were represented, making this year’s conference a truly international event; showing the importance of satellites in our daily lives.
Conference Photos & Video
2016 AMOS Conference
Air Force Maui Optical and Supercomputing Site 50th Celebration
2016 Space Exploration Student Session
Videos
Download 2016 Conference Program
Download 2016 Abstracts of Technical Papers
Technical Chairs
Paul Kervin, AFRL/RDSM
Wes Freiwald, IAI-PDS
Conference Advisor
Col L. Kirk Lewis, Ret., Institute for Defense Analyses
2016 Session Chairs
Adaptive Optics and Imaging
Lt Col Michael Martinez, Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Charles Matson, Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Astrodynamics
Moriba Jah, The University of Arizona
Paul Schumacher, Air Force Research Laboratory
Instrumentation and Optical Surveillance
Mark Ackermann, Sandia National Laboratories
Susan Lederer, NASA Johnson Space Center
Non-Resolved Object Characterization
Michael Duggin, Air Force Research Laboratory
Matthew Hejduk, Astrorum Consulting
Orbital Debris
Tim Flohrer, ESA/ESOC Space Debris Office
Thomas Schildknecht, Astronomical Institute, University of Bern
Space Situational Awareness (SSA)
Thomas Cooley, Air Force Research Laboratory
Stacie Williams, Air Force Office of Scientific Research
SSA Algorithms
Randall Alliss, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Ryan Coder, IAI-Pacific Defense Solutions
Mahalo to our 2016 Sponsors and Exhibitors
PO’OKELA (striving for the best) | |
 | BOEING is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. As America’s biggest manufacturing exporter, the company supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in more than 150 countries. Boeing products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training. [Visit Site] |
LAULIMA (working together) | |
 | ANALYTICAL GRAPHICS, INC. (AGI) is the official software provider of the AMOS Conference. AGI provides commercial software for designing, developing and operating missions within the space and national defense communities. [Visit Site] |
 | Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, LOCKHEED MARTIN is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 125,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. [Visit Site] |
 | SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (SAIC) is a premier technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 15,000 employees worldwide. [Visit Site] |
LOKAHI (collaboration and unity) | |
 | The government of the COUNTY OF MAUI, encompasses the islands of Kaho`olawe, Lana`i, Maui and Moloka`i, in the State of Hawai`i, USA with a mission to promote and nurture sustainable economic development within Maui County consistent with the community’s needs and priorities. Support for the AMOS Conference comes through the County’s Office of Economic Development which works in partnership with the community, business and government sectors to strengthen and diversify the economy by supporting existing businesses, and by assisting in the attraction, development and expansion of new businesses. [Visit Site] |
 | HARRIS is a proven leader in tactical communications, geospatial systems and services, air traffic management, environmental solutions, avionics and electronic warfare, and space and intelligence. During its 120-year history, Harris has transformed communications and information technology. From day one, we have focused on providing innovative, reliable solutions that connect, inform and protect the world. [Visit Site] |
 | SECURE WORLD FOUNDATION is an endowed, private operating foundation that promotes cooperative solutions for space sustainability and the peaceful uses of outer space. The Foundation acts as a research body, convener and facilitator to promote key space security and other space related topics and to examine their influence on governance and international development. [Visit Site] |
 | The UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI’I SYSTEM includes 10 campuses and educational, training and research centers across the Hawaiian Islands. As the public system of higher education in Hawai‘i, UH offers unique and diverse opportunities. [Visit Site] |
KUPA’A (loyal and committed) | |
 | APPLIED DEFENSE SOLUTIONS, INC. (ADS) is a highly-specialized Technical Services and Solutions company that applies our aerospace engineering excellence with development knowledge and operational experience to provide unique subject matter expertise to build and operate highly effective mission critical systems for its’ customers. [Visit Site] |
 | ASRC FEDERAL comprises a family of companies that provide mission-critical services to federal government agencies dedicated to defense, civil and intelligence support. Our customer-focused service delivery model and emphasis on operational excellence are foundational elements infused in all our companies. The reliability and quality of day-in, day-out service delivery from our family of companies ensure our customers that we keep our sights on their mission-critical priorities. [Visit Site] |
 | BALL AEROSPACE pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. Founded at the dawn of the space age as a subsidiary of Ball Corporation, we have built on our legacy of integrity, technical expertise and value to help customers Go Beyond – across solutions, partnerships and opportunities, both today and tomorrow. [Visit Site] |
 | EXOANALYTIC SOLUTIONS (a.k.a. “Exo”) is an employee-owned small business that provides innovative technical products and services to branches of the U.S. military, agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial businesses. The company is comprised of professionals with extensive backgrounds in physics, engineering, operations research, computer science, information technology, and business management. [Visit Site] |
 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, and logistics and modernization to government and commercial customers worldwide. We hold ourselves to a higher standard, both in the products we deliver and in the way we conduct ourselves throughout the entire customer experience. Because, after all, we are in the business of securing a great deal more than just our place in the market. [Visit Site] |
 | As a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, ORBITAL ATK designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world both as a prime contractor and as a merchant supplier. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; satellites and associated components and services; composite aerospace structures; tactical missiles, subsystems and defense electronics; and precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition. [Visit Site] |
 | RAYTHEON COMPANY is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. Founded in 1922, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, capabilities in C5I (command, control, communications, computing, cyber and intelligence), sensing, effects and mission support services. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. [Visit Site] |
 | Founded in 1983, the SPACE FOUNDATION is the foremost advocate for all sectors of space, and is a global, nonprofit leader in space awareness activities, educational programs and major industry events, including the annual Space Symposium, in support of its mission “to advance space-related endeavors to inspire, enable and propel humanity.” [Visit Site] |
 | Media Sponsor – SPACENEWS is dedicated to covering the business and politics of the global space industry, SpaceNews is a privately owned multimedia company headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, with staff and correspondents around the world. SpaceNews was founded in 1989 as a weekly business-to-business newspaper, which remains a must-read for thousands of government and industry space professionals. [Visit Site] |
Malama (to care for) | |
 | APPLIED OPTIMIZATION, INC. (AO) was founded in 1995 by Dr. Anil Chaudhary. From our original focus on advanced manufacturing to our recent aerospace engineering projects, our mission since day one has been to offer clients the right balance of non-conformity and critical thinking. As a company of engineers and scientists, our passion for all things mathematics and science has literally opened doors for our clients in multiple industries and disciplines. [Visit Site] |
 | BRAXTON delivers world class command, control, and communications products and services that ensure customer and mission success. [Visit Site] |
 | CELESTRON has been an optics industry leader for decades, ever since Tom Johnson unveiled the game-changing C8. We strive to continue his legacy by continually developing exciting products with revolutionary technologies. [Visit Site] |
 | EIE GROUP Srl is an EPCC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning) company in the astronomical field. Offcina Stellare design and manufacture optomechanical instrumentation for professional applications. EIE Group [Visit Site] and Officina Stellare [Visit Site] |
 | HNU PHOTONICS is a science and technology company creating cutting-edge technologies and transforming innovative ideas into state-of-the-art products with commercial, scientific and military applications. The focus of the company is renewable energy, defense photonics, specialized optics, and medical imaging technologies. [Visit Site] |
 | Toward a boundless frontier JAPAN SPACE FORUM (JSF) coordinates the efforts of industry, government, and academia in support of Japan’s aerospace industry. Japan Space Forum was established to coordinate an alliance of industry, government, and academia for the development of Japan’s aerospace industry. [Visit Site] |
 | Helping our customers win. That’s what we’re all about at MATERION. We provide truly innovative material solutions to solve our customers’ most complex technical challenges. As the world changes, so do we. Our expert chemists and engineers are continually pushing the boundaries of advanced material solutions–innovating to ensure our customers are on the cutting edge in their respective markets. Our Materion team works tirelessly to serve our customers, staying at the forefront of technologies essential to their success. We are making a difference. Everyday. For our customers. For consumers. For our team. For the world. [Visit Site] |
 | N.P.C. New Production Concept S.r.l. is a dynamic Italian company operating in the astronomical and space field through its business unit Spacemind. The new product presented by NPC is MORAL: one meter class Alt-Az mount for demanding applications in terms of pointing/tracking accuracy and slewing rate. MORAL constitutes a powerful instrument suitable for a whole range of SSA related activities (from space debris tracking to satellite laser ranging). NPC can offer assistance in all design phases and provide a complete solution thanks to its consolidated chain of suppliers and partners. [Visit Site] |
 | SES Government Solutions (SES GS) expands global communications capabilities of the U.S. Government by providing reliable and secure fixed commercial satellite services as well as timely and affordable solutions to access space. With over four decades of U.S. Government experience, SES GS’s sole purpose is to provide bandwidth, end-to-end satellite communications solutions and hosted payload opportunities to U.S. Government, Intelligence and Civilian agencies. [Visit Site] |
 | SpaceNav is a Colorado-based applied mathematics & aerospace engineering company. We deliver technical solutions in the areas of Space Situational Awareness, Systems Engineering, and Mission Operations. SpaceNav’s expertise is in the areas of modeling & simulation, estimation, orbit determination, and optimization. [Visit Site] |
 | TYVAK has been the leading expert in nanosatellite technology for over 10 years. As pioneers in the field—dating back to the original CubeSat—we’ve demonstrated our ability to revolutionize the design and manufacturing of these tiny, yet immensely powerful, satellites. [Visit Site] |
 | UNIVERSITIES SPACE RESEARCH ASSOCIATION (USRA) is an independent, nonprofit research corporation where the combined efforts of in-house talent and university-based expertise merge to advance space science and technology. USRA works across disciplines including biomedicine, planetary science, astrophysics, and engineering and integrates those competencies into applications ranging from fundamental research to facility management and operations. [Visit Site] |
Featured Exhibitors | |
| AFRL, Det 15 | Analytical Graphics, Inc. |
| Applied Optimization, Inc. | ASA Astrosysteme Austria |
| Astro Haven | Boeing |
| Braxton | Celestron |
| ComSpOC | ExoAnalytic Solutions |
| EIE Group | HNU Photonics |
| Finger Lakes Instrumentation | Materion |
| Lockheed Martin | N.P.C. New Production Concept |
| MHPCC | Officina Stellare |
| Northrop Grumman | PlaneWave Instruments |
| SAIC | Software Bisque |
| Tyvak | University of Hawaii |