Space Commerce at Smith: Exploring Aerospace Innovation and the Terp Raptor Mission
Smith's Got Talent by UMD Smith School of Business
Episode notes
In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking Space at Smith program, led by Professor Jon Crocker, which introduces undergraduate and graduate students to the emerging field of space commerce. Students Bryan Baires and Loann Daeninckx share their experiences in the program, discussing their passion for aerospace, the industry’s growing opportunities, and their involvement in innovative projects, including the Terp Raptor CubeSat mission. The conversation highlights the collaboration between business and engineering, the importance of supply chain management in space, and the transformative potential of space commerce.