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Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ]

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U.S. should be able to Control Space in the Same Way it Currently Controls the Sea
 
We advocate developing the means to operate in space in a manner analogous to establishing and maintaining blockades at sea. If our nation has the ability to physically confront -- or prevent adversaries from confronting -- a space system in space, it will intrinsically have the ability to regulate use of that asset. These means are straightforward -- being able to get to a location in space when necessary, and moving to another location as rapidly as possible, all within reasonable cost. Currently, this would seem to mandate development of small, reusable launch vehicles equipped with even smaller space-maneuvering elements. These capabilities would enable us to protect our space assets and deny their use to adversaries through either nondestructive or destructive means, as necessary.
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 138 ]
Increasingly, the World Economy has become Reliant on "Global Utilities" from Space
 
In the meantime, we should expect an increasing use of space for "global utilities." These utilities warrant the term in its fullest sense. Access to high-data-rate, space-based, global access communications (complemented by effective but not ubiquitous terrestrial networks) is increasing and will likely see continued deployment of the so-called big LEO constellations of small communications satellites. ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 138 ]
Space Capabilities are an Integral Part of Modern War-Fighting
 
Most immediate and visible is the necessity for space power in fighting modern war effectively. The expanding power of space capabilities in military engagements points to an increasingly visible reality: Space capabilities are an integral part of a modern war-fighting force. With this reality comes an admonition: We cannot, and must not, take our space capabilities for granted; nor can we ignore the increasing role space capabilities will take in the war-making efforts of our adversaries. With our amazing space war-fighting capabilities -- all kinds of intelligence collection, force navigation and weapons delivery precision, worldwide communication and transmission of information -- we have been paving the road of 21st century warfare. Others will soon follow as potential adversaries seek to develop and leverage these same capabilities. In fact, they are doing it right now. ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 135 ]
U.S. Needs Space Weapons to be able to Enforce an Embargo on Space-Based Services
 
We can see how these tools might lead to effective denial of an adversary's access to commercial or other space-based service. ... As the targeted corporation sees increasing percentages of its revenue-producing assets turned off, it becomes ever more likely that the corporation would voluntarily deny service to the targeted party. After an initial few demonstrations of US capability and commitment, the mere presence of a few microsats escorting commercial satellites could be sufficient to establish and maintain embargoes in future crises. ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 108 ]
U.S. will have to Build a "Navy" for Outer Space to Keep it Free and Secure
 
It is unlikely that commercial concerns would add substantial and expensive maneuver and counterforce capability to their satellites. Merchant ships did initially provide their own protection, in the form of cannons, convoys, or mercenary marines. Eventually, however, building a navy to provide for their common defense proved more cost-effective than each company trying to do it individually. This would particularly be true to the degree that the United States continues the historical US and British policy of open and free trade on the seas (space). ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 109 ]
Space is Becoming Vital Part of the Global Economy
 
This brief, highly speculative discussion only tells us that space could very well come to represent a vital and increasingly large share of the global economy. Indeed, space already is an economic engine in some cases. Resources and opportunities are limited at some locations (e.g., GEO communications satellite slots). Immense wealth opportunities, sources of vital infrastructure, and limited resources invariably provide the basis for conflict. As the world returns to its traditional multinational competition, and as threats of global war recede, such conflicts could well escalate. ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 99 ]
Tongasat Incident shows Attacks on Satellites Within Means of even Relatively Underdeveloped Nations
 
It is also widely believed that only sophisticated states or groups will be able to mount attacks on global communications, particularly against the space nodes. In fact, this is not true. Consider an incident in 1996 between the states of Tonga and Indonesia -- neither highly developed technologically. Both states had claimed a GEO satellite communications slot. When Tonga moved its national communications satellite into this disputed spot, Indonesia protested. However, it appears that Indonesia did more than just protest, for Tongan soon began having difficulties in using their satellite; apparently it was being jammed. ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 91 ]
Outer Space Treaty does not Prohibit Space Weapons
 
The Outer Space Treaty does not ban military activities or weapons in space: "The use of military personnel for scientific research or for any other peaceful purposes shall not be prohibited." It goes on to add that use of any facility or equipment for "peaceful purposes" is allowed. The only weapons banned are those of mass destruction and those stationed on the Moon or other heavenly bodies. ( More ... )
Shaw, John E. and Simon P. Worden. Whither Space Power?: Forging a Strategy for the New Century. Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama: Air University, 2002. [ 8 quotes ] [ page 131 ]