Proposal for hosting the 7th IAA Planetary Defense Conference in 2021 in ,

January 30th, 2019

The Hungarian Astronautical Society in collaboration with the Scientific Association for Infocommunications Hungary (an IEEE and IEEE Communications Society sister organization) proposes to host the 7th IAA Planetary Defense Conference in Budapest in April 2021.

The bid is supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Space Forum of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics and the BHE Bonn Hungary Ltd.

The proposed date for PDC2021 is April 26-30, 2021. (The proposed conference date is negotiable.) After identifying four possible venues, we are recommending the building of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in the heart of Budapest. There are several hotels nearby, so the location is easy to reach by public transport or by walking. Furthermore, we have created a preliminary budget and calculated a notional registration fee scale, based on different numbers of assumed participants.

Why is Hungary a perfect place for the Planetary Defense Conference 2021?

…the PDC 2021 goes to a new ESA member state… Hungary was the first country to sign an agreement with the (ESA) in the Programme for European Cooperating States (PECS). Hungary became full member of ESA in November 2015. This started a new era, offering enhanced possibilities for Hungarian research institutes and the Hungarian industry. Consequently, holding the conference in Budapest will gain great attention from the Hungarian stakeholders.

…the planetary defense topic is important in Hungary… To date, there are at least two projects in Hungary connected with planetary defense. Scientists from a number of Hungarian academic institutions have been actively involved over a long period of time with cometary research by means of space probes. Engineering experts from these institutes as well as from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics have developed and successfully operated scientific payloads and basic subsystems (e.g., central computer, energy supply system) for cometary space probes, such as the -1 and -2 spacecraft and the Lander. In the mountain station of the Astronomical Institute of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (Konkoly Observatory), there is an ongoing program to discover NEOs, then to track and calculate their orbits. Another group of astronomers is planning to investigate Herschel infrared data, completed through laboratory astrophysics (i.e., IR spectra) in order to characterize the surface of asteroids.

…the bid has support from the whole community… The bid for hosting the conference is led by the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) and the Scientific Association for Infocommunications (HTE). The bid is supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Space Forum of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics and the BHE Bonn Hungary Ltd. The local organizational activities are supported by the volunteers of the Hungarian Astronautical Society; the Hungarian volunteers of the Space Generation Advisory Council; and the volunteers of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics.

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…we have experience in conferences and space conferences… MANT organized numerous conferences over the last years, including the 1st IAA Conference on Impact of Space on Society in Budapest, Hungary, 17-19 March 2005; the ESA’s 2nd Symposium on Space Educational Activities in April 11-13 2018, and five edition of the International Conference on Research, Technology and Education of Space series (H-SPACE 2015, H-SPACE 2016, H-SPACE 2017, H-SPACE 2018, H-SPACE 2019). The Scientific Association for Infocommunications Hungary (HTE) is a voluntary and autonomous professional society of engineers and economists, researchers and businessmen, managers and educational, regulatory and other professionals working in the fields of telecommunications, broadcasting, electronics, information and media technologies in Hungary. Major international events organized by, or in cooperation with the were: EuroSpeech 1999 (1100 attendees); 16th IST Mobile and Wireless Communications Summit 2007 (720 attendees); IEEE WCNC 2009 (650 attendees); Future Internet Assembly 2011 (500 attendees); IEEE VTC Spring 2011 (700 attendees) IEEE International Conference on Communications 2013 (2000 attendees); IEEE PerCom 2014 (350 attendees) and EUSIPCO 2016 (625 attendees).

…the location has easy access from all over the world… Budapest is easily reachable by plane, train, bus and car. Well-known airlines (including several low-cost airlines, e.g., Ryanair, WizzAir, EasyJet) have their regular flights to the Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport. Wizzair offers flights from more than 55 destinations to Budapest, Ryanair offers flights from more than 15 destinations. The airport is located only 24 kilometers from the city center, and can be easily accessed by public transport, door-to-door shuttle service, and taxis. The city also has frequent train and bus connections with neighboring countries as well.

…Budapest is a popular tourist city with gems… Budapest offers unlimited possibilities to spend a couple of days in or around the city. The House of Parliament, the Royal Castle on the Castle Hill, the Gellért Hill, the Chain Bridge, numerous spas are just a few of them. Museums and galleries, churches and synagogues, palaces and historic buildings, baths and pools are presented together with the influence of Secession in the city.

…the event could host potential satellite events… Before/after or during the conference, meetings of International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN) and Space Missions Planning Advisory Group (SMPAG) could be also hosted in Budapest.

Additional details and considerations are listed on the next pages, including the introduction of the organizing team, description of the venue, the list of potential hotels, planned events, and a notional sketch of the event and the budget.

For more information, please contact László Bacsárdi (Vice President of the Hungarian Astronautical Society, MANT, [email protected]) or visit the website of our bid: http://www.hte.hu/pdc2021

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Content

Organizations behind the proposal ...... 1 Proposed date ...... 2 Official proposers ...... 2 Roles of organizers ...... 3 People behind the bid ...... 4 Explore Hungary ...... 7 Discover Budapest ...... 9 How to get Budapest ...... 10 Local transportation in Budapest ...... 10 Entry for foreigners to Hungary, Visa information ...... 11 Practical Information ...... 11 Proposed venue ...... 12 Recommended accommodations ...... 12 Registration fee ...... 14 Budget overview ...... 15 Program for Accompanying persons ...... 16 Welcome Reception ...... 16 Conference Banquet ...... 16 Proposed important dates for the PDC2021 conference ...... 17 Contact ...... 17 Letter of commitments and letter of supports ...... 18

Organizations behind the proposal

Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) The Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT in Hungarian) is a civil organization in Hungary that gathers space researchers, users of space technology and everyone who is interested in the interdisciplinary and state- of-the-art uses and research of outer space. The society was established in 1956 in Budapest, and it is the only Hungarian member of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) since 1959. The aim of MANT is to raise public awareness about space activity and space applications. The society also provides an opportunity for space enthusiasts to meet, exchange ideas and work together. MANT, through its members from various fields of science, organizes conferences, youth forums, summer space camps, issues periodicals, releases media material and holds lectures about space research and connected scientific fields. MANT organized numerous conferences in the last years, including the 1st IAA Conference on Impact of Space on Society in Budapest, Hungary, 17-19 March 2005. More information: http://www.mant.hu

The Scientific Association for Infocommunications Hungary (HTE) Founded in 1949, the Scientific Association for Infocommunications a voluntary and autonomous professional society of engineers and economists, researchers and businessmen, managers and educational, regulatory and other professionals working in the fields of telecommunications, broadcasting, electronics, information and media technologies in Hungary. Besides its almost 900 individual members, the Scientific Association for Infocommunications has more than 60 corporate members as well. Among them there are large companies and small-and-medium enterprises, with industrial, trade, service-providing, research and development activities, as well as educational institutions and research centers. HTE has a broad range of activities that aim to promote the convergence of information and communication technologies and the deployment of synergic applications and services, to broaden the knowledge and skills of our members, to facilitate the exchange of ideas and experiences, and to integrate and harmonize the professional opinions and standpoints derived from various group interests and market dynamics. HTE is a Sister Society of the IEEE and the IEEE Communications Society. The Infocommunication Journal published by HTE is a quarterly peer-reviewed English language journal that provides a forum for researchers in Hungary and abroad to publish their latest research results of international relevance. It has the Technical Co-Sponsorship of IEEE Communications Society and IEEE Hungary Section. The Journal is covered by Inspec, Compendex and Scopus. The Association organized many small or mid-sized international conferences recently. More information: http://www.hte.hu/web/en/conferences

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BHE Bonn Hungary Ltd. The BHE Bonn Hungary Ltd. is a leading Hungarian aerospace and space company. It was founded in 1991 as an R&D company in the field of the microwave telecommunications. They have applications in aerospace-space area for commercial, government and military customers. Currently the company supplies such solutions to various players and institutions mainly in the Defense, the Aerospace and Mobile Industry. These products are widely used in extreme conditions or places where reliability is a top matter, could it be the International Space Station, major sports stadium or international airports. Today BHE is present in nearly 30 countries worldwide, and its export is growing rapidly. Among the main references there are the mobile service providers, Indian and Western European aerospace and defense industry companies. By its technology BHE offers complex civil safety solutions too, which range from the unmanned vehicles system to many areas of modern telecommunications.

Department for Space at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Hungarian Space Office, HSO) The Government of Hungary established the Hungarian Space Office (HSO) in January 1992. The Hungarian Space Office (HSO) manages, coordinates and represents the Hungarian space activities. In 2010, the Hungarian Space Office – keeping its name, image and independence in external relations – was administratively integrated into the body of the Ministry of National Development. The director of the office was Előd Both between 1997 and 2014 (he is member of our Local Organizing Committee). Currently, it is part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade as Department for Space and is supervised by Orsolya Ferencz, who is member of our Local Organizing Committee.

Proposed date

The proposed date for PDC2021 is April 26-30, 2021. (However, the date is negotiable.)

Location: After contacting four possible venues, we suggest choosing the building of Hungarian Academy of Sciences. There are several hotels nearby, so the location is easy to reach by public transport or by walk. We created a preliminary budget and calculated the minimum average registration fee for different number of participants. The secretary of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences promised us discounted prices for the rooms.

Official proposers

The IAA members as official proposers are the following Dr. Iván Almár, honorary member Dr. Előd Both, full member János Solymosi, corresponding member

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Roles of organizers

Honorary Chair of the LOC: Dr. Iván Almár, MANT, honorary member of IAA

Chair of the LOC: Dr. László Bacsárdi, MANT, SGAC Alumni member, IAF YSL 2017

Logistics Co-Chair of LOC1 Péter Nagy, HTE

Members of the LOC Dr. Tibor Balint, NASA JPL, full member of IAA Dr. Előd Both, MANT, full member of IAA Dr. Orsolya Ferencz, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Dr. Sándor Frey, MANT, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Research Centre for Astronomy and Earth Sciences Dr. Attila Hirn, MANT, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Centre for Energy Research Dr. Kálmán Kovács, MANT, Space Forum@Budapest University of Technology and Economics, former minister for infocommunications Dorottya Milánkovich, MANT, C3S Ltd. (Hungary) János Solymosi, MANT, BHE Bonn Hungary Ltd. (Hungary), corresponding member of IAA

The Conference Rapporteur is Dr. Tibor Balint.2

The proposed Guest Editors 3for the special issue of Acta Astronautica are Dr. Tibor Balint, Dr. László Bacsárdi, Dr. Sándor Frey. All of them have good publications record and experience as editors/guest editors.

1 individual who will represent the Local Organizing Committee on the conference’s International Organizing Committee 2 individual who prepare with Session Rapporteurs the technical report on the conference 3 who prepare a special issue of the Journal of the International Academy of Astronautics named Acta Astonautica less than 6 months after the conference

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People behind the bid

Iván Almár Astronomer. Graduated in 1954 from the Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest. Started to work at the Konkoly Observatory of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in 1954 in astrophysics. Organized in 1957 the optical satellite tracking network in Hungary. In 1956 secretary and co-organizer of the Hungarian Astronautical Committee. Earned PhD in 1959, DSc in 1980 already in upper- atmospheric research using satellites. Since 1980 honorary professor. In 1972 organizer and head of the Hungarian Satellite Geodetic Observatory. In 1983, as IAF vice president, has organized the IAF congress in Budapest. Since 1986 member of IAA, chairman of the terminology committee, co-chair of the SETI Committee, president of Commission 6 etc. He was president of the Hungarian Astronautical Society for 25 years, honorary president since 1997. Retired. Honorary member of the IAA.

László Bacsárdi Received his M.Sc. degree in 2006 in Computer Engineering from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). He wrote his PhD thesis on the possible connection between space communications and quantum communications at the BME Department of Telecommunications in 2012. From 2009, he works at the University of , Hungary (formerly known as University of West Hungary). He holds an associate professor position at the Institute of Informatics and Economics, University of Sopron. He is research fellow at the Department of Networked Systems and Services, BME. He is the Vice President of the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT), where he was the secretary general between 2009 and 2018. Furthermore, he is member of IEEE, AIAA and the HTE as well as alumni member of the UN established Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) where he was an executive member responsible for regional workshops. In 2017, he won the IAF Young Space Leadership Award. He is member of TPC and IPC of several international conferences. Recently, he was the chair of the 2nd ESA Symposium on Space Educational Activities and the co-chair of the H-SPACE conference series.

Tibor Balint is a Principal Human Centered Designer at NASA ‘s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He received his second PhD at the Royal College of Art (RCA), School of Design in Innovation Design Engineering. Before his research at RCA, he was the Senior Technical Advisor at NASA HQ under the Space Technology Mission Directorate, and for the prior two years acted as the Program Executive for STMD’s Game Changing Development Program. He was also a Senior Technologist within the Office of the Chief Technologist at NASA HQ, and for 8 years he worked as a mission architect and technologist at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California , in Pasadena, CA, within the Planetary and Lunar Missions Concepts Group. For 9 years he conducted nuclear safety analysis, as a nuclear design engineer, at Ontario Hydro, Toronto, Canada. He earned a PhD in engineering from Warwick University, UK; an MPhil from Exeter University, UK; an MSc from the Technical University of Budapest, Hungary; and a Master of Space Studies degree from the International Space University, France. He is a full member of the IAA.

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Előd Both Physicist, astronomer. Graduated in 1976 from the Eötvös University (Budapest). Between 1976–1981 scientific research worker at the Baja Observatory of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. Dr. univ. from the Eötvös University (Budapest) in celestial mechanics and upper atmospheric research. For ten years worked at the Uránia Public Observatory as popularizer of astronomy and astronautics. 1997– 2014 Director/Head of the Hungarian Space Office. Since 2014 he is retired. 2006– 2008 first vice chairman of the UN COPUOS. 2014–2016 chairman of the COPUOS Scientific and Technical Subcommittee. Since 2018, President of the Hungarian Astronautical Society. Member of Board at the Club of (Hungarian) Science

Journalists. He is full member of the IAA.

Orsolya Ferencz Graduated from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics in 1993 as electrical engineer and received PhD degree in 1996. (Title of her dissertation: Electromagnetic Wave Propagation in Different Terrestrial Atmospheric Models). In 1996, she joined the Department of Geophysics & Space Sciences, Eötvös Loránd University. From 2006, she works there as senior research fellow. Between 2013 and 2015, she was research fellow at Geodetic and Geophysical Institute, MTA Research Centre for Astronomy and Earth Sciences, Hungary. Since 2010, she is member of the city council in Budapest VIII and held different positions including chair of the Smart City Committee. From 1st of November 2018, she has been appointed as Ministerial Commissioner for space research by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Sándor Frey received PhD in astrophysics from the Eötvös Loránd University in 2001. Affiliated with the Konkoly Observatory of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. Research interests: radio astronomy, very long baseline interforometry (VLBI), including space VLBI, global navigation satellite systems. Vice President of the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) since 2015. Member of the Hungarian Scientific Council on Space Research since 2012. Regularly publishes space-related popular articles, works as chief editor of the Hungarian-language daily space news portal (Űrvilág, www.urvilag.hu) established in 2002.

Attila Hirn Engineering physicist. He earned his PhD in Physics/ Nuclear Techniques in 2009 from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. Senior researcher and head of the space dosimetry research group at the Centre for Energy Research, Hungarian Academy of Sciences. Member of the scientific council of the research institute since 2012. His main research interest is development of space dosimeter systems and space weather instruments. Also as a guest scientist in the Max- -Institut für Sonnensystemforschung in Germany, he was coinvestigator in the SESAME/DIM (Dust Impact Monitor) experiment for Rosetta/. Secretary General of the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) since 2018. Founding member of the Hungarian Aerospace Technology Platform since 2007. He was head of the Local Organizing Committee of the 18th Workshop on Radiation Monitoring for the International Space Station in 2013.

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Kálmán Kovács PhD in applications of geographic information systems, MSc in mathematical engineering. He has been working for Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) since 1984. He is director of the Federated Innovation and Knowledge Centre of BME (BME EIT) and associate professor of Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics of BME (BME VIK). He is member (from 1995 to 2012 Chairman) of the Hungarian Space Board. He was Minister of informatics and communications (2002-2006), Secretary of State of environment and water management (2006-2008) and of transport, communications and water management (1994-1998); member of the Hungarian Parliament (1998-2010).

Dorottya Milánkovich Dorottya has a degree in physics from Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest. Currently she works at C3S LLC, in the past, she coordinated the Space Chemistry R&D Project at InnoStudio Inc. She participated in an international student rocket programme (REXUS Programme). She is a board member of the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) and Hungarian National Point of Contact at the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) since 2014. She have experience in organizing international conferences and workshops in Budapest and in the US. She is interested in radiation, space medicine, Earth Observation and space education.

Péter Nagy M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2000) and MBA (2005) from Budapest University of Technology and Economics, National Communications Authority, Hungary (2000- 2005), Operation Director Scientific Association for Infocommunications, Hungary (2005-) Chair or member of Local Organizing Committee for FIA 2011, VTC 2011 Spring, ITS Europe 2011, IEEE PerCom 2014, EuroCon 2015, ONDM 2017. Finance or Sponsoring Chair Mobilesummit 2007, IEEE ICC 2013, IEEE ICC 2014, IEEE WCNC 2015, IEEE HPSR 2015, EUSIPCO 2016, IEEE RFID-TA 2017

János Solymosi M.Sc. in Telecommunications Engineering (1977). Development engineer at the Space Research Group of the Budapest University of Technology from 1983. Director for Aerospace & Defense at BHE Bonn Hungary (1991-). Member of the Hungarian Space Board and the Hungarian Scientific Council on Space Research; Co-Chairman of the Hungarian Aerospace Technology Platform (HATP); Honorary member of the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT) and corresponding member of the IAA. He has space heritage of more than 30 years.

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Explore Hungary

The area of Hungary is 93,000 km2. Hungarian folk songs bear no resemblance to those of other nations. The origin of the Hungarian language is one of the mysteries that are associated with the history of the Hungarians. Yet, the Hungarian people have been living in the center of Europe for over 1,100 years.

Some interesting facts about Hungary » Despite frequent tragic upheavals which spared nothing and nobody, the country boasts a heritage that attracts people from far and wide. Citing the city's unparalleled panorama, UNESCO declared Budapest, Hungary's capital, "the Pearl of the Danube", a World Heritage site. » After Iceland, Hungary has the world's largest reserve of surface thermal water: hundreds of springs help thousands in recovering. » Lake Balaton, Central Europe's largest freshwater lake, is a favorite get-away for families with young children, fans of yachting and lovers of the beach. » 2000-year-old Roman ruins and 400-year-old Turkish monuments can be found side-by-side, not to mention beautiful churches from the Romanesque period in Ják and Pannonhalma, or one-time stately castles in Eger, Sümeg, and Siklós. » The rich Hungarian folk art and the horse shows which introduce the lifestyle and traditions of the puszta (Great Hungarian Plain) attract tens of thousands. » Liszt, Bartók, Kodály, just to name a few of the world-known Hungarian musicians. - With its lively musical life and internationally renowned performers, Hungary ranks high among the countries, some of them many times its size. Home to just about ten million people, it is often called a "great power" in music.

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Despite the tragic turns in its history, its musicians have always managed to manifest their talent and link their homeland to European musical life. » Hungary is a small country with respect to its population. However, it is a major one with respect to the recognition it has earned in the scientific community. Over the course of the 20th century no less than twelve Nobel Laureates - seven of them sons of Budapest - trace their roots back to Hungary. » Hungaricums: Herend Porcelain Manufactory, Pick Szeged Co., Tokaj Trading House and Zwack Unicum, the Halas Lace Foundation of Kiskunhalas - The names of these illustrious representatives of Hungarian traditional dining are inextricably linked to the superlative products they manufacture: porcelain, salami, Aszu wine, Unicum digestive liqueur and sewn lace. These are stylish "calling cards" for Hungary. » And there's something else that keeps bringing visitors back to Hungary - the legendary Hungarian hospitality.

The Hungarian tourism sector is proud to present you some arguments to choose our country for your event: » Easy access from overseas. Short flights from all European capitals, more and more low-cost airlines operating flights to Hungary. » Cultural wealth, integral part of European culture. The possibility of listening of contemporary and classical music, opera performed by internationally renowned stars, fiery local gypsy music, top class jazz, the ever-popular operetta, folk music and dance in one of Budapest’s numerous concert halls, opera house, restaurants, bars and music clubs. There are a variety of museums, art galleries and exhibition halls to explore.

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Discover Budapest

Some fall in love with the city at first sight, others are won over only after a longer period of discovery; but all agree that it is one of the most beautiful locations in the world. The metropolis with a population of two million is bisected by the mighty flow of the Danube with hills and valleys on the Buda side and the flat, low-lying Pest on the other. The riverside panorama has been declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Anybody who has ever seen it illuminated by night can understand why. With its population of over 2 million, Budapest is the capital of Hungary. The twin cities of Buda and Pest, divided by the Danube, contain homogenous parts of different building periods such as vestiges of the Roman occupation, the prestigious Castle District preserved in Romanesque and Gothic style, the rigour of the Habsburg Citadel, the eclecticism of the turn-of-the-century buildings boasting the richness of the new citizens.

Some interesting facts about Budapest » Although initially inhabited fifty thousand years ago, it has only had its present name for a mere 128 years. Prior to 1873, Óbuda, Buda and Pest were separate towns. » Under its hills there is a system of caves with thermal waters gushing from 80 thermal springs which supply 12 spas with 70 million liters of water daily. » Its monuments include 2,000-year-old Roman amphitheaters, 400-year-old Turkish baths and unique Hungarian Art Nouveau buildings from the 19th century. The cityscape owes its uniform appearance to the elegant mansions erected in Eclectic style in the early 20th century. » The transport system also has some interesting features. The first underground railway of Europe has been connecting the downtown with the City Park for over 100 years. In the Buda hills you will find the world’s third hill railway and a narrow-gauge forest railway operated by children. » Lovers of culture are spoilt for choice with 237 monuments, 223 museums and galleries, 35 theatres, 90 cinemas, 2 opera houses and 12 concert halls. Around 200 excursion destinations offer a wide variety of things to do. Throughout the 365 days of the year, travel agencies organise walks and sightseeing tours by coach and boat, tailored to individual requirements.

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How to get Budapest By plane Budapest has direct flight connection with almost every capital of Europe and other major cities and hubs in Europe and world-wide as well. A number of international carriers of her service to Budapest. 34 airline companies operate direct flights to Budapest from several destinations.

Budapest is available from the big international overseas cities with one flight connection e.g., through Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Paris, London or Doha by KLM or Lufthansa. There are several daily flights from and to these and other big cities regarding the destination Budapest. The Budapest international airport is located 22 km from the city center.

By train There are three railway stations in Budapest: Déli pu. (Southern Railway Station), Keleti pu. (Eastern Railway Station) and Nyugati pu. (Western Railway Station). Trains from other countries arrive at one of the above listed stations. Déli pu. (Southern Railway Station) and Keleti pu. (Eastern Railway Station) are along the red underground line (M2), Keleti pu. is along the green underground line (M4). Nyugati pu. (Western Railway Station) can be reached by the blue underground (M3).

By bus (coach) Buses (coaches) from other countries arrive at Népliget Bus Station, which is along the blue underground line (M3).

By Airport Shuttle-Minibus The service provides the transfer with a boarding capacity of 8 to 10, and 30 to 50 passengers. The Airport Shuttle-Minibus Desks are to be found at every terminal and welcome the arriving guests to Hungary at the „Gates of the Country”. All Minibuses arrive to and depart from the Terminals’ Main Entrance. Reservations can be made in person at the Airport Shuttle-Minibus Desks or 24 hours before your flight departure via online reservation system.

By car Budapest is the central crossing point of each Hungarian motorway. Speed limits are 130 kmph on motorways, 110 kmph on main roads, 90 kmph on other roads and 50 kmph in cities. Please make sure you only access toll motorways with valid vignettes!

Local transportation in Budapest Budapest has a very good public transportation system. Several types of tickets or travelcard are at your disposal. Tickets must be bought in advance from ticket offices, tobacconists', news agents' or automatic machines. Tickets must be validated on the vehicle.

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Entry for foreigners to Hungary, Visa information The Schengen Area is an area without internal borders, an area within which citizens, many non-EU nationals, business people and tourists can freely circulate without being subjected to border checks. Since 1985, it has gradually grown and encompasses today almost all EU countries and a few associated non-EU countries. Since Hungary is member of the and a member of the Schengen Area (21 December, 2007), non-EU country citizens and visitors from some overseas countries can enter Hungary only with a valid entry visa. Entry visas can be obtained at any Hungarian embassy, consulate, and in some cases at border crossing points. Members of the Schengen Area: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, , Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. The Schengen regulations are only applicable for a stay not exceeding 90 days. Rules for a stay longer than 90 days are laid down by the national law of the member states concerned. If there is a need for an invitation letter for visa, LOC requests a short note and manage the process.

Practical Information Language: The official language of the country is Hungarian, but English and German are widely spoken.

Currency: The official currency is Hungarian Forint (HUF - Ft). The exchange rate is cca: 1 EUR = 320 HUF. Though Hungary is not a member of the Euro Zone, you may use EUR cash for payment in hotels and some shops, supermarkets and petrol stations. Please see special signs indicating this possibility.

Banking: In Hungary banks are usually open between 8.00 - 16.00 on weekdays, although some close an hour earlier on Fridays. With the exception of some shopping mall bank branches, Hungarian banks are not open on Saturdays. ATM machines and currency exchange machines are available throughout the country. Credit cards - Diners Club, Euro/MasterCard and VISA - can be used to withdraw cash from banks and ATM machines and to pay bills in hotels, restaurants and shops.

Climate: The climate is continental. Weather in April is a bit unpredictable, often windy, but in the second half of April days become more and more warmer. Daily temperature rises up to between 18-22 °C (65- 72°F).

Time zone: Clocks are on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) plus 1 hour.

Electric Current: Electricity is supplied at 220 Volts. Two-pin electric outlets (220 V, 50 Hz) are used.

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Proposed venue The venue of the event would be the building of Hungarian Academy of Science (MTA). The building of the Academy, inaugurated in 1865, was built coast of the Danube at a turning point in the urban and architectural history of Budapest as one of the first yet most mature and valuable historicizing examples of the neo-Renaissance style. Address: H-1051 Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 9.

Building of MTA Panorama from MTA

Recommended accommodations The Conference Secretariat made a special event rates for the participants in below hotels. These rooms can be booked directly to the hotel reference „IAA 2021 HTE”.

All recommended hotels are in 10 -15 minutes walking distance from the MTA.

Kempinski Hotel Corvinus ***** http://www.kempinski.com/en/budapest/hotel-corvinus/overview/

Located right in the pedestrian zone in the heart of Budapest, modern and luxurious Kempinski Hotel Corvinus is just a short walk away from the Danube River and all of the city’s main attractions. The hotel comprises 349 elegant rooms, including 33 chic suites with spacious bathrooms, high-tech infotainment systems, free Wi-Fi Internet access and full air conditioning. It is proud to pioneer the latest technologies from electric car charging stations to iFace mirror information systems. In Hungary, it remains the first and only member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Single room: 260 EUR

Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge ***** http://www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-3229-sofitel-budapest-chain-bridge/index.shtml

Burst into dazzling modernity at Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge. The hotel gazes wide-eyed over the Danube from the heart of Pest, alive with art, business and culture. Theatrical décor by Jean-Phillippe Nuel sets the stage for an extraordinary show Superior room: 220 EUR

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Hotel President Budapest **** http://www.hotelpresident.hu/en/

Luxury at affordable prices - this is what Hotel President is about! Comfort, elegance, an outstanding restaurant, a unique Wellness and Fitness Center and further services at Five-star Level - all can be found in this new Luxury Boutique Hotel! The Hotel awaits those who prefer to travel in style in the very heart of Budapest, right next to the buildings of the National Bank and the US Embassy, in one of the most elegant streets of the historical, commercial and parliamentary quarter of Budapest. True elegance awaits you both inside and outside of the building! Outstanding security, spacious shopping parlors, quality entertainment opportunities - these are the characteristics of our Hotel. Single room: 123 EUR

Promenade City Hotel *** http://promenadehotelbudapest.com/

Due to its excellent location the Promenade City Hotel is well accessible day and night. Váci utca, the number-one pedestrian shopping street of Budapest, where the 3 star superior city hotel is located, plays an important role in the social and nightlife of Budapest. You can choose from several methods of public transport to get to the Promenade City Hotel. Single room: 168 EUR

Boomerang Hostel and Apartments http://www.boomeranghostel.com/

Boomerang Hostel focuses on the personal services with helpful staff. Rooms and apartments are high standards with free Internet connection (WIFI). The Hostel is located in the downtown of Budapest, 9 minutes walking distance from the MTA. Room: 44 EUR

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List of expenses (as listed in the Guidelines)  Venue for conference: we expect to receive the rooms from Hungarian Academy for Sciences for free.  Venue for conference lunches is the conference venue, no extra cost. Venue for the banquet is planned at Európa ship, its rental fee is 2.160 EUR.  Support staff / volunteers: we use the Budapest University of Technology and Economics’s students as volunteers for free.  Local transportation: no need for local transportation  Equipment: regarding the sound, projection and technicians we budgeted 1.930 EUR  Refreshments: Lunch is 34 EUR, coffee breaks are 11 EUR per person, banquet is 49 EUR, plus decoration expense.  Management for organization: for conference planning and execution we plan to use HTE as PCO for a 2.000 EUR. For managing the registration, collecting the fees, issuing invoices, filing the VAT we plan to use HTE for 20 EUR / participants.

Registration fee

We would like to keep the registration fees within the range as listed in the guideline. The fees include 27% VAT.

Registration Fee Early Bird Normal discounted Non-IAA member € 570 € 620 IAA member € 520 € 570 PDC One Day Only € 250 € 300 Student € 170 € 200 not included the banquet ticket Accompanying person* € 170 € 200

Additional banquet ticket € 110 (for a guest) Student Banquet ticket € 55 (not included in Student Registration fee)

Early bird registration until early March, 2021.

Students enrolled in universities or colleges either for graduate or undergraduate studies. Student status should be proved by a valid student ID or by a letter from your dean or university administration. Please send a copy of this document by email to the Conference secretariat.

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Registration fees include

 Attendance at scientific and poster sessions  Congress bag  Program book  Name badge  Welcome reception  Coffee breaks  Lunches  Banquet ticket  27% VAT

* Accompanying Person registration: The accompanying person cannot attend the meeting but is entitled to attend the Welcome Reception and the Banquet.

Budget overview

We expect 200 paying participants, and 28.330 EUR sponsorship (we have already contact some potential sponsors in Hungary). The conference budget contains 2 parts, Fixed cost and Variable cost (which is depending on number of participants), the expected average registration fee is 470 EUR. All prices here include the 27% VAT.

Fix costs Venue 2.960 EUR (venue for conference is expected for free) Technical equipment 1.480 EUR Publication 1.930 EUR Postal cost 230 EUR Management, logistics 6.250 EUR Social program 800 EUR Complimentary partic. 4.800 EUR Travelling to PDC2019 2.840 EUR Others 720 EUR Sum 22.010 EUR

Variable cost (per participants) 480 EUR (it includes the Academy Conference Fee)

Overall expense (at 200 participants) 117.970 EUR Registration fee income 96.110 EUR Expected sponsorship 22.310 EUR

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Program for Accompanying persons

3 hours „City Tour” by bus Discover the sights in Budapest with our tour guide. Let us show you the main sights on both parts of the river in Budapest. Walk around the Castle District, enjoy the view from the Citadel, drive along the Andrássy Avenue until Heroes’ Square passing by many sights in the city. 35 EUR / person

3,5 hours „Budapest by night” tour by bus Visit the illuminated ‘Paris of the East’ and spend a memorable evening in a traditional restaurant! Enjoy the folk-dance show, the gipsy music and the tasty dishes. After the dinner admire the nicely lit up sights from the top of the Gellért Hill. 77 EUR / person

Half day „Szentendre Artists’ Village” tour Let us show you Szentendre, the picturesque artists' village in the Danube Bend. Walk along the cobbled narrow streets and taste the Hungarian speciality, so called Lángos. To have a memorable day we return to Budapest by boat. 49 EUR / person

Welcome Reception The Welcome Reception will take place in the building of Hungarian Academy of Science (MTA), the venue of the conference. The program is included in the registration fee.

Conference Banquet The Conference Banquet will take place on the Europa Ship, during a beautiful two-hour cruise on the Danube, passing next to many of the landmarks of Budapest, such as the Margaret Island, the Parliament building, the Margaret Bridge, the Chain Bridge, the Erzsébet Bridge and the Liberty Bridge, the Fisherman's Bastion, the Royal Palace, the Gresham Palace or the Gellert Hill. A dinner will be served for you on board, and a short music program will complete the evening, when you wish to take your eyes off from the night view of the illuminated city of Budapest and the surroundings. The Europa Ship is the biggest event ship in Budapest

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Proposed important dates for the PDC2021 conference

Confirmation of venue and dates September, 2019 Abstract submission deadline September 1, 2020 – November 30, 2020 Reviews of the abstracts December 1, 2020 – January 5, 2021 Notification of acceptance of abstracts January 15, 2021 Camera ready paper submission March 29, 2021 Early bird registration November 1 – March 1, 2021 Visa information as soon as possible, it can take sometimes a month. Accommodation booking from 15 January, 2021 Conference date 26-30 April, 2021

Contact

For more information, please contact

László Bacsárdi Chair of the Local Organizing Committee Vice President, Hungarian Astronautical Society [email protected] or visit the website of our bid: http://www.hte.hu/pdc2021

17 January 28th, 2019, Budapest, Hungary

Letter of commitment

The Hungarian Astronautical Society in collaboration with the Scientific Association for Infocommunications Hungary (an IEEEand IEEECommunications Society sister society) would like to th host the 7 IAAPlanetary Defense Conference in Budapest in April 2021.

The IAAmembers as official proposers are the following Dr. Ivan Almár, honorary member Dr. Eldd Both, full member Jan05 Solymosi, corresponding member

The Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT in Hungarian) is a civil organization in Hungary that gathers space researchers, users of space technology and everyone who is interested in the interdisciplinary and state-of-the-art uses and research of outer space. The Scientific Association for Infocommunications (HTE in Hungarian) a voluntary and autonomous professional society of engineers and economists, researchers and businessmen, managers and educational, regulatory and other professionals working in the fields of telecommunications, broadcasting, electronics, information and media technologies in Hungary. MANT organized numerous international conferences in the last years, including the 1st IAA Conference on Impact of Space on Society in Budapest, Hungary, 17-19 March 2005. HTE has organized several international conferences as well, as it is detailed in our proposal.

Our bid is supported by the Department for Space at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and by the BHEBonn Hungary Ltd.

We are looking forward to welcome you in Hungary in 2021.

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January 30, 2019, Budapest, Hungary

Letter of Support

The Federated innovation and Knowledge Centre (BME EIT)was created at the Facuity of Eiectrical Engineering and informatics of Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) in 2009 to stimulate the research and development activity and to assist the exploitation of research achievements at the Faculty. Currently, BME ÉlT operates the BME Space Forum with a mission to harmonize and coordinate the activities of BME departments participating space activities by a common vision and strategy, to recognize the joint human and technicai resources and amazing achievements, to make internal and externai knowledge transfer more efficient, and to utilize opportunities lying in synergies granted by joint capabilities and unified representation. The common aim of BME Space Forum members Is to become the bridge between academic research and production, service appiication, and to participate ali phases of research/deveiopment/innovation and appiication processes of space activity. Currently, 13 Departments of 4 BMEFaculties participate voluntarily in the activities ofSpace Forum.

EIT organized various international conferences in the past together with the Hungarian Astronautical Society (MANT),inciuding the H-SPACEconference series and ESA’s2’ Symposium on Space Educational Activities.

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25th January 2019, Budapest, Hungary

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BHE Bonn Hungary Ltd. is a leading Hungarian aerospace and space company. It was founded in 1991 as an R&D company in the field of the microwave telecommunications. They have been developing and manufacturing aerospace-space products for government, defence, aeronautics and space customers. The company has been supplying such solution to various players and institutions mainly in the Defense, Aerospace and Mobile Industry. These products are widely used in extreme conditions or places where reliability has prime importance, could it be the International Space Station, satellite Earth Stations, radar installations, major sports stadium or international airports.

As an active participant of the international space sector, it is our honor to support the Hungarian proposal for hosting the 7th IAA Planetary Defense Conference in 2021 in Budapest.

János Solymosi Director for Aerospace