As SpaceX's Starlink satellites continue to deorbit, experts warn of potential risks including Kessler syndrome, a scenario that could render parts of Earth's orbit unusable. Harvard astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell sheds light on the implications of increasing satellite reentries and their environmental effects.
A new study reveals the 50 most concerning pieces of space debris in low-Earth orbit, predominantly from the last century. With increasing rocket launches, the risk of collision and Kessler Syndrome looms large. Experts warn of China's growing space junk problem and the urgent need for cleanup.
A new short film from ESA highlights the urgent crisis of space debris threatening vital satellite operations and calls for global action to address the escalating hazards in Earth's orbit.
The latest ESA report reveals an alarming increase in space debris, posing serious risks to satellites and future space exploration. Urgent measures are needed to tackle this growing threat and ensure sustainable orbits.
