A discussion of the implications and problems associated with the use of cost-benefit techniques is presented. Knowledge of these problems is useful in the structure of a decision making process. A methodology of cost-benefit analysis is presented for the evaluation of space technology. The use of the methodology is demonstrated with an evaluation of ion thrusters for north-south stationkeeping aboard geosynchronous communication satellites. A critique of the concept of consumers surplus for measuring benefits is also presented.


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    Title :

    Cost-benefit analysis of space technology


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    Publication date :

    1976-11-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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