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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.