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#active-debris-removal

Japan's Astroscale got within 15m of its space junk target

Astroscale achieved the closest approach to space junk by a commercial operator, marking a significant milestone in active debris removal efforts.

Astroscale begins contract for space junk harvest satellite

Astroscale will develop ADRAS-J2 under a ÂĄ12 billion contract to remove a non-cooperative space debris from orbit as part of a commercial initiative.

Japan's Astroscale got within 15m of its space junk target

Astroscale achieved the closest approach to space junk by a commercial operator, marking a significant milestone in active debris removal efforts.

Astroscale begins contract for space junk harvest satellite

Astroscale will develop ADRAS-J2 under a ÂĄ12 billion contract to remove a non-cooperative space debris from orbit as part of a commercial initiative.
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#neuraspace

Neuraspace adds second telescope for orbital tracking

Neuraspace enhances satellite tracking with a new telescope in Chile, improving accuracy and data collection for space debris management.

ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wrangling

Neuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.

Neuraspace adds second telescope for orbital tracking

Neuraspace enhances satellite tracking with a new telescope in Chile, improving accuracy and data collection for space debris management.

ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wrangling

Neuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.
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#international-space-station

Experts Worried That Destroying the Space Station Will Damage the Earth's Environment

NASA plans to lower the ISS orbit for a controlled descent by 2030, raising concerns about atmospheric pollution and ozone layer damage.

The International Space Station adjusts its orbit to avoid space debris

The ISS successfully maneuvered to avoid space debris, showcasing the importance of debris monitoring and response in ensuring safety in orbit.

Astronauts Sheltered in Escape Vehicles as Debris Menaced Space Station

Astronauts on the International Space Station sheltered inside their spacecraft as a precaution due to fragments of a broken-up satellite approaching.

Plans to Trash the Space Station Preview a Bigger Problem

The International Space Station will be intentionally deorbited into the Pacific Ocean in 2031.

SpaceX Dragon Capsule debris as big as a car hood crash-landed in North Carolina. It's part of a major space trash problem.

Space debris, including a chunk from a SpaceX Dragon Capsule, crashed in North Carolina, emphasizing the challenge of reducing falling debris risks to Earth.

ISS 'nauts shelter after dead Russian sat sprays space junk

Space debris from a decommissioned Russian satellite caused concern for the International Space Station crew, prompting them to take precautionary measures.

Experts Worried That Destroying the Space Station Will Damage the Earth's Environment

NASA plans to lower the ISS orbit for a controlled descent by 2030, raising concerns about atmospheric pollution and ozone layer damage.

The International Space Station adjusts its orbit to avoid space debris

The ISS successfully maneuvered to avoid space debris, showcasing the importance of debris monitoring and response in ensuring safety in orbit.

Astronauts Sheltered in Escape Vehicles as Debris Menaced Space Station

Astronauts on the International Space Station sheltered inside their spacecraft as a precaution due to fragments of a broken-up satellite approaching.

Plans to Trash the Space Station Preview a Bigger Problem

The International Space Station will be intentionally deorbited into the Pacific Ocean in 2031.

SpaceX Dragon Capsule debris as big as a car hood crash-landed in North Carolina. It's part of a major space trash problem.

Space debris, including a chunk from a SpaceX Dragon Capsule, crashed in North Carolina, emphasizing the challenge of reducing falling debris risks to Earth.

ISS 'nauts shelter after dead Russian sat sprays space junk

Space debris from a decommissioned Russian satellite caused concern for the International Space Station crew, prompting them to take precautionary measures.
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#satellites

Boeing Satellite Exploded Into at Least 500 Pieces of Debris

A Intelsat satellite exploded, creating around 500 pieces of debris in geostationary orbit, raising concerns about satellite collisions.

Debris is making space travel unsustainable

Space debris and satellite congestion in LEO pose serious threats to the future of space travel, requiring immediate action.

SpaceX creates huge trail over California with satellite launch

SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket produced a massive contrail during Starlink satellite launch.

Musk agrees Starlink orbit traffic jam a 'silly narrative'

Musk supports the view that an increased number of satellites won't lead to traffic issues in orbit.

Boeing Satellite Exploded Into at Least 500 Pieces of Debris

A Intelsat satellite exploded, creating around 500 pieces of debris in geostationary orbit, raising concerns about satellite collisions.

Debris is making space travel unsustainable

Space debris and satellite congestion in LEO pose serious threats to the future of space travel, requiring immediate action.

SpaceX creates huge trail over California with satellite launch

SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket produced a massive contrail during Starlink satellite launch.

Musk agrees Starlink orbit traffic jam a 'silly narrative'

Musk supports the view that an increased number of satellites won't lead to traffic issues in orbit.
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#sustainability

The World's First Wooden Satellite Could Be the Key To Solving the Space Debris Problem

The first wooden satellite, LignoSat, is a significant step towards sustainable materials in space.

There's growing momentum for global space sustainability policy

International efforts to mitigate space debris are gaining momentum, with increased adherence to established guidelines and a push for unified global regulations.

The World's First Wooden Satellite Could Be the Key To Solving the Space Debris Problem

The first wooden satellite, LignoSat, is a significant step towards sustainable materials in space.

There's growing momentum for global space sustainability policy

International efforts to mitigate space debris are gaining momentum, with increased adherence to established guidelines and a push for unified global regulations.
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#intelsat

Large Boeing Satellite Suddenly Explodes Into Pieces

The Intelsat IS-33e satellite was destroyed in orbit due to an unexplained anomaly, resulting in total loss and raising concerns about satellite longevity and space debris.

A satellite made by Boeing just fell apart in space

Boeing's communications satellite, Intelsat 33e, has been declared a total loss after an anomaly caused it to disintegrate in orbit.

Large Boeing Satellite Suddenly Explodes Into Pieces

The Intelsat IS-33e satellite was destroyed in orbit due to an unexplained anomaly, resulting in total loss and raising concerns about satellite longevity and space debris.

A satellite made by Boeing just fell apart in space

Boeing's communications satellite, Intelsat 33e, has been declared a total loss after an anomaly caused it to disintegrate in orbit.
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Humanity would watch helplessly as space junk multiplies uncontrollably': has the number of satellite launches reached a tipping point?

The growing number of satellites raises concerns over space debris and the need for updated regulations to ensure safer space operations.
#space-exploration

ISS astronauts take cover as defunct Russian satellite shatters

The RESURS-P1 Russian satellite split into nearly 200 debris pieces, prompting the ISS crew to take shelter briefly due to the safety concerns of increasing space debris.

Experts offer theory on 'hairy UFO' crash discovered in North Carolina

The debris found in North Carolina is likely from a SpaceX Cargo Dragon spacecraft, identified by space experts.

Europe's space agency will destroy a brand-new satellite in 2027 just to see what happens

ESA's DRACO mission will study satellite reentry to help prevent space debris, aiming for significant insights by 2027.

Italy's D-Orbit lands 119M ESA contract to service satellites in space

The ESA's RISE mission aims to servively maintain satellites in orbit, reducing space waste, and avoiding a growing debris crisis.

ISS astronauts take cover as defunct Russian satellite shatters

The RESURS-P1 Russian satellite split into nearly 200 debris pieces, prompting the ISS crew to take shelter briefly due to the safety concerns of increasing space debris.

Experts offer theory on 'hairy UFO' crash discovered in North Carolina

The debris found in North Carolina is likely from a SpaceX Cargo Dragon spacecraft, identified by space experts.

Europe's space agency will destroy a brand-new satellite in 2027 just to see what happens

ESA's DRACO mission will study satellite reentry to help prevent space debris, aiming for significant insights by 2027.

Italy's D-Orbit lands 119M ESA contract to service satellites in space

The ESA's RISE mission aims to servively maintain satellites in orbit, reducing space waste, and avoiding a growing debris crisis.
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#astronaut-safety

A Massive Space Junk Disaster in Orbit Is Inevitable Now, Scientists Warn

Space junk poses a serious risk to astronauts and satellites in low-Earth orbit, necessitating urgent international cooperation for debris management.

China Repairs Space Station Damaged by Debris Strike

China successfully conducts spacewalk to repair solar array damaged by debris, highlighting the importance of manned spacecraft for addressing orbital problems.

A Massive Space Junk Disaster in Orbit Is Inevitable Now, Scientists Warn

Space junk poses a serious risk to astronauts and satellites in low-Earth orbit, necessitating urgent international cooperation for debris management.

China Repairs Space Station Damaged by Debris Strike

China successfully conducts spacewalk to repair solar array damaged by debris, highlighting the importance of manned spacecraft for addressing orbital problems.
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Commerce launches initial phase of its space traffic coordination system

The U.S. Commerce Department has initiated beta testing for TraCSS, a new service to improve space traffic coordination and safety for satellite operators.
#nasa

A Florida family is suing NASA after a piece of space debris crashed through their home

A Florida family sues NASA over space debris damage, highlighting accountability in space activities.

Debris Found in North Carolina Came From SpaceX Dragon, NASA Says

The debris found in a luxury camping resort in North Carolina came from a SpaceX Dragon capsule that re-entered Earth's atmosphere.

Family whose roof was damaged by space debris files claims against NASA

The owner of a home in Florida has submitted a claim to NASA for damages caused by space debris, marking an unprecedented legal case.

Family whose home was hit by space debris seeks damages from NASA

The object that crashed through a Florida house was part of debris from the International Space Station.

NASA inks deal with Starfish Space on defunct satellites

NASA collaborates with Starfish Space on a $15 million mission to inspect defunct satellites, aiming to mitigate space debris.

Will NASA Pay Damages for Space Junk that Crashed into Florida Home?

The Otero family seeks accountability from NASA after space debris damages their home.

A Florida family is suing NASA after a piece of space debris crashed through their home

A Florida family sues NASA over space debris damage, highlighting accountability in space activities.

Debris Found in North Carolina Came From SpaceX Dragon, NASA Says

The debris found in a luxury camping resort in North Carolina came from a SpaceX Dragon capsule that re-entered Earth's atmosphere.

Family whose roof was damaged by space debris files claims against NASA

The owner of a home in Florida has submitted a claim to NASA for damages caused by space debris, marking an unprecedented legal case.

Family whose home was hit by space debris seeks damages from NASA

The object that crashed through a Florida house was part of debris from the International Space Station.

NASA inks deal with Starfish Space on defunct satellites

NASA collaborates with Starfish Space on a $15 million mission to inspect defunct satellites, aiming to mitigate space debris.

Will NASA Pay Damages for Space Junk that Crashed into Florida Home?

The Otero family seeks accountability from NASA after space debris damages their home.
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#space-sustainability

World's first wooden satellite could herald era of greener space exploration

Wooden satellites, like LignoSat, offer sustainability benefits and less pollution in space, with potential for use in creating Moon shelters.

US astronauts had to take shelter after a Russian satellite broke into over 100 pieces near the ISS

US astronauts took shelter on the ISS after a Russian satellite broke up nearby due to the creation of over 100 pieces of debris, highlighting the risks of space junk from decommissioned assets.

Space Command chief says dialogue with China is too often a one-way street

China's transparency on space debris is crucial for safety and sustainability in low-Earth orbit.

US military tracks more than 300 pieces of debris from Chinese launch

Debris field of over 300 objects created by a Chinese rocket's upper stage in heavily-trafficked low-Earth orbit.

World's first wooden satellite could herald era of greener space exploration

Wooden satellites, like LignoSat, offer sustainability benefits and less pollution in space, with potential for use in creating Moon shelters.

US astronauts had to take shelter after a Russian satellite broke into over 100 pieces near the ISS

US astronauts took shelter on the ISS after a Russian satellite broke up nearby due to the creation of over 100 pieces of debris, highlighting the risks of space junk from decommissioned assets.

Space Command chief says dialogue with China is too often a one-way street

China's transparency on space debris is crucial for safety and sustainability in low-Earth orbit.

US military tracks more than 300 pieces of debris from Chinese launch

Debris field of over 300 objects created by a Chinese rocket's upper stage in heavily-trafficked low-Earth orbit.
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#space-operations

Space collisions are a growing threat. Europe's techies want to help

The increasing number of satellites and space debris raises substantial risks for collisions, prompting innovative solutions from spacetech startups.

A Dead Russian Satellite Broke Into More Than 100 Pieces in Space

A Russian satellite broke apart in space, creating debris, risking potential threats. Space junk poses risks to space operations, emphasizing the need for debris removal projects.

Space collisions are a growing threat. Europe's techies want to help

The increasing number of satellites and space debris raises substantial risks for collisions, prompting innovative solutions from spacetech startups.

A Dead Russian Satellite Broke Into More Than 100 Pieces in Space

A Russian satellite broke apart in space, creating debris, risking potential threats. Space junk poses risks to space operations, emphasizing the need for debris removal projects.
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Waste in Space: All the news surrounding space junk

Space debris from satellite launches poses a significant threat to active spacecraft and can even cause damage on Earth.
#esa

Expensive Space Telescope Damaged by Small Space Rock

A $800 million space telescope, Gaia, was damaged by tiny space debris, impacting sensors and protective cover. Challenges persist despite efforts to mitigate failures.

Out-of-control satellite the size of a rhino will crash to Earth TODAY

The annual risk of a human being injured by space debris is extremely low, at 1 in 100 billion.
ESA's ERS-2 satellite, launched in 1995, is expected to reenter Earth's atmosphere over the Pacific Ocean without posing any danger.

Watch out, a dead satellite is falling back to Earth

Space junk from ERS-2 satellite reentering Earth's atmosphere, with small chance of impact on ground
Satellite debris expected to burn up in atmosphere with only small fragments reaching Earth

Dead rhino-sized European satellite CRASHES back to Earth

Decommissioned ERS-2 satellite reentered Earth's atmosphere
Satellite's uncertain reentry and lack of confirmation until afternoon

Expensive Space Telescope Damaged by Small Space Rock

A $800 million space telescope, Gaia, was damaged by tiny space debris, impacting sensors and protective cover. Challenges persist despite efforts to mitigate failures.

Out-of-control satellite the size of a rhino will crash to Earth TODAY

The annual risk of a human being injured by space debris is extremely low, at 1 in 100 billion.
ESA's ERS-2 satellite, launched in 1995, is expected to reenter Earth's atmosphere over the Pacific Ocean without posing any danger.

Watch out, a dead satellite is falling back to Earth

Space junk from ERS-2 satellite reentering Earth's atmosphere, with small chance of impact on ground
Satellite debris expected to burn up in atmosphere with only small fragments reaching Earth

Dead rhino-sized European satellite CRASHES back to Earth

Decommissioned ERS-2 satellite reentered Earth's atmosphere
Satellite's uncertain reentry and lack of confirmation until afternoon
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#spacex

Trouble in space as Boeing's not going from the ISS

Boeing's test pilots face challenges on the ISS, space debris impacts, China retrieves Moon samples, and SpaceX awarded deorbiting contract.

SpaceX Pays for Rocket Parts That Fell to Farm of Canadian, Who Vows to Use Money to Pay for Hockey Rink

Farmer sold SpaceX debris for town rink fundraising.

Giant Piece of Space Junk Crashes Down on Farm of Canadian, Who Intends to Sell It and Spend Money on Hockey Rink

Space debris can cause real harm on Earth, as seen in recent incidents.

Trouble in space as Boeing's not going from the ISS

Boeing's test pilots face challenges on the ISS, space debris impacts, China retrieves Moon samples, and SpaceX awarded deorbiting contract.

SpaceX Pays for Rocket Parts That Fell to Farm of Canadian, Who Vows to Use Money to Pay for Hockey Rink

Farmer sold SpaceX debris for town rink fundraising.

Giant Piece of Space Junk Crashes Down on Farm of Canadian, Who Intends to Sell It and Spend Money on Hockey Rink

Space debris can cause real harm on Earth, as seen in recent incidents.
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Japanese Spacecraft Chases Down Derelict Rocket

Astroscale launched a satellite to rendezvous with rocket debris in space, aiming to explore the removal of space junk.
Space debris poses risks like collisions causing disruptions to communications and triggering the Kessler Syndrome.
Efforts like Astroscale's mission are crucial to prevent potential space disasters and ensure safe space operations.
#european-space-agency

European satellite weighing 5,000lbs will crash to Earth this month

ERS-2, a satellite launched by the European Space Agency in 1995, is set to crash back down to Earth this month.
The exact time and location of the satellite's reentry are unknown, but experts predict it will likely fall into the ocean.
The risk of being injured by space debris is less than 1 in 100 billion.

Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit? DW 03/08/2024

Authorities warn of space debris reentry over Germany on March 8-9, 2024, with limited details.
Space debris, like ISS battery pack, reenter Earth uncontrolled, posing low risk of casualties but uncertain landing locations.

European satellite weighing 5,000lbs will crash to Earth this month

ERS-2, a satellite launched by the European Space Agency in 1995, is set to crash back down to Earth this month.
The exact time and location of the satellite's reentry are unknown, but experts predict it will likely fall into the ocean.
The risk of being injured by space debris is less than 1 in 100 billion.

Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit? DW 03/08/2024

Authorities warn of space debris reentry over Germany on March 8-9, 2024, with limited details.
Space debris, like ISS battery pack, reenter Earth uncontrolled, posing low risk of casualties but uncertain landing locations.
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Behold the Strange Beauty of A Tangled Nebula

The Spaghetti Nebula is debris from a cosmic explosion, visible 40,000 years ago.
The filaments are made of hydrogen and oxygen, remnants of a massive star's explosion.

What Went Wrong With Astrobotic's Moon Lander? And What Happens Next?

Gene Roddenberry's ashes and other items were supposed to land on the Moon but are now set to burn up in Earth's atmosphere.
The Peregrine One lander is headed back to Earth to prevent it from becoming space debris and posing a safety risk.
#space-safety

Astronauts take cover as defunct Russian satellite splits into nearly 200 pieces

A defunct Russian satellite broke up into over 100 debris, causing astronauts on the ISS to seek shelter, highlighting concerns over space junk buildup.

The out-of-control rockets that have crashed to Earth REVEALED in map

Space junk poses a growing threat as it falls back to Earth, leading to potential fatal accidents.

Astronauts take cover as defunct Russian satellite splits into nearly 200 pieces

A defunct Russian satellite broke up into over 100 debris, causing astronauts on the ISS to seek shelter, highlighting concerns over space junk buildup.

The out-of-control rockets that have crashed to Earth REVEALED in map

Space junk poses a growing threat as it falls back to Earth, leading to potential fatal accidents.
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China Fortifies Space Station

Astronauts from China's Tiangong space station undertook spacewalk to armor against space debris from the Russian satellite explosion.

Experts Warn That We're Vastly Underestimating the Threat of Falling Space Junk

The increasing orbital debris poses a significant threat as spaceflight activities keep intensifying.

Astronauts on the ISS forced to shelter from space debris

The Russian space agency did not acknowledge the satellite breakup incident, causing concern for ISS astronauts' safety.

Video Shows Villagers Running as Huge Chinese Rocket Parts Fall From the Sky

Debris from Chinese rocket crashes near village, endangering residents and sparking global concern.
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