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Recent trends in AI technology applications and related policies in the space security industry
Hoonhee Lee1*
,
Dongwoo Shin1
,
Seongin Hong1
,
Joon-Min Choi1
,
Gwanghyeok Ju2
1Department of Aerospace Computer Engineering, Hanseo University, Taean 31962, South Korea
2Department of Satellite Systems Engineering, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, South Korea
*Corresponding Author
31 December 2025. pp. 62-82
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Abstract

The rapid growth of the space industry and the increasing number of space objects have highlighted the importance of space activities and asset protection, expanding the scope of national security. In particular, the demand for space technology and informational resources to address conflicts and threats near Earth’s orbit is on the rise. Amid these changes, the advent of the NewSpace era, combined with generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, is driving the expansion of private space activities and fostering new technological advancements. This study analyzes trends in AI technologies within the space industry by defining and categorizing AI technologies specifically designed for space applications. It explores security threats and opportunities arising from these technologies and evaluates South Korea’s technological achievements by comparing its space AI capabilities to global standards. The study introduces case studies of AI applications across various industrial sectors and examines the current limitations of AI technologies in South Korea’s space industry. Furthermore, it proposes strategies for leveraging AI to enhance space security. By examining successful cases of utilizing satellite information through advancements in big data-based AI technologies and analyzing the AI policies of major space-leading nations, the study provides policy recommendations to promote a sustainable development of South Korea’s space security technologies and reinforce national security.

Keywords
Space security
Artificial intelligence (AI)
National security
AI technology
South Korea
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  • Publisher :Korean Academy of Space Security
  • Publisher(Ko) :한국우주안보학회
  • Journal Title :JOURNAL OF SPACE SECURITY
  • Journal Title(Ko) :한국우주안보학회지
  • Volume : 2
  • No :2
  • Pages :62-82
  • Received Date : 2025-02-10
  • Revised Date : 2025-06-25
  • Accepted Date : 2025-11-19
  • DOI :https://doi.org/10.23386/joss.2025.2.2.006
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