Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences

About Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences

The Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences (JASS; J. Astron. Space Sci.) is the official publication of the Korean Space Science Society (KSSS), the most prestigious academic society in the fields of space science and space applications in Korea. JASS is an international journal devoted to the publication of fundamental and applied investigations in all aspects of spacerelated science and technology. It was launched in 1984 and is published quarterly. Each article published is assigned a unique DOI that serves to identify the article in the digital environment. JASS is an open access journal; consequently, the full texts of articles are free for all users to read and use. The papers published in JASS are accessible on the journal homepage (http://janss.kr), the DOAJ website, and the SAO/NASA ADS website. JASS has been indexed by KCI and SCOPUS since 2007 and 2012, respectively. Additionally, JASS was re-indexed by DOAJ and newly indexed in the ESCI (Emerging Sources Citation Index) by Clarivate Analytics in 2017. This journal is supported in part by a Grant-in-Aid for the publication of scientific research from the Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies (KOFST).
Review Paper

Mar 15, 2025

Challenges to Space Activities in the Context of Mega Satellite Constellations: A Focus on Environmental Impacts

Sheer Abbas

J. Astron. Space Sci. 2025;42(1):1-13.
https://doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2025.42.1.1

The advent of low Earth orbit (LEO) mega satellite constellations to accelerate high-speed internet worldwide represents a new technological advancement. However, this development raises concerns regarding militarization, orbital debris, environmental protection, and their effects on space tourism. Despite these challenges, existing space law treaties have not addressed these issues. This article highlights the gaps in current treaties and emphasizes the need for advancements to mitigate emerging challenges and ensure long-term solutions. This ...
Research Paper

Mar 15, 2025

Development of Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR) Sensor Module for the Magnetic Field Instrument of Lunar Lander

Juhyeong Kim, Ho Jin, Young-jun Choi, Hyeonhu Park, Yunho Jang, Seungmin Lee, Hyeonji Kang, Wooin Jo

J. Astron. Space Sci. 2025;42(1):15-27.
https://doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2025.42.1.15

The mission-assisting anisotropic magnetoresistive sensor (MAMS) module is one of the components supporting the operation of the lunar surface magnetometer (LSMAG), one of the Korean candidate payloads for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program. LSMAG uses fluxgate magnetometers (FGMs), which have a 0.2 nT resolution and ± 2,000 nT measurement range. For the scientific analysis of LSMAG data, four types of additional mission-assisting functions are required: strong magnetic field measurement, lander noise detection, offset cali...
Research Paper

Mar 15, 2025

Trends of Solar, Interplanetary, and Geomagnetic Parameters during the Recent Five Solar Cycles

Myunghwan Kim, Suyeon Oh

J. Astron. Space Sci. 2025;42(1):29-37.
https://doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2025.42.1.29

This study examined the variations of solar, interplanetary, and geomagnetic (SIG) parameters from 1974 to 2024 to assess the changes in the solar cycle. Eleven SIG parameters were analyzed, including the sunspot number (SSN), solar magnetic field, 10.7 cm solar radio flux, total solar irradiance, and Ap index. This study also aimed to predict Solar Cycle 25 using the seasonal autoregressive integrated moving average (SARIMA) statistical forecasting model. The results showed that consistent with previous studies, all SIG parameters exhibited a ...

CURRENT ISSUE: Mar 2025, Vol. 42, No. 1

Review Paper Challenges to Space Activities in the Context of Mega Satellite Constellations: A Focus on Environmental Impacts Sheer Abbas J. Astron. Space Sci. 2025;42(1):1-13. https://doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2025.42.1.1 HTML PDF PubReader	Research Paper Development of Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR) Sensor Module for the Magnetic Field Instrument of Lunar Lander Juhyeong Kim, Ho Jin, Young-jun Choi, Hyeonhu Park, Yunho Jang, Seungmin Lee, Hyeonji Kang, Wooin Jo J. Astron. Space Sci. 2025;42(1):15-27. https://doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2025.42.1.15 HTML PDF PubReader
Research Paper Trends of Solar, Interplanetary, and Geomagnetic Parameters during the Recent Five Solar Cycles Myunghwan Kim, Suyeon Oh J. Astron. Space Sci. 2025;42(1):29-37. https://doi.org/10.5140/JASS.2025.42.1.29 HTML PDF PubReader

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