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My thoughts on orbital debris regulation and the dangerous explosion of low Earth orbit satellites.

Earth Observation from Space. Our universe is always expanding but we refer to it with just one word: Space. What is space, if we might be curious a bit. Space can be defined as almost a perfect vacuum, nearly void of matter and extremely low pressure. In space, sounds cannot be heard; this is because there are no molecules to transmit sound between them. Space is not quite empty as it contains bits of gas, dust, and other matter while crowded regions host planets, stars, and galaxies. From the Earth's perspective, space is imagined to begin at 62 miles (100 kilometers) above sea level. This is the level where there is no appreciable air to breathe and at this altitude, blue stars give away to black since there is no abundance of oxygen to make the sky blue. So why do we go to space? The answer to this is to gain a new perspective of the Earth and the solar system since we are not fixed to one state but change with time. Let’s focus on the perspective of studying the Earth from space. The first earth observation satellite was the Vanguard 2, which produced the first television footage of weather patterns from space. Due to technological problems, it was suspended by TIROS-1 in 1960. Since the first satellite to now many satellites have been designed and launched to gain a better view of the Earth and our universe. These new designs comprise better spatial and temporal resolutions. As we are developing space is becoming a factor that links many careers and disciplines to enhance creativity and interoperability of data and the design of different models, which interpret the data as information. The Kenya Space Agency and collaborating partners launched Kenya’s first Earth observation Satellite. This was done aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force base in California, USA. #EarthObservation #SatelliteTechnology #GPS #SpaceTechnology

Space Debris: A Silent Menace in Our Cosmic Realm| Discover the dangers of space debris, including abandoned satellites and rocket stages, and learn about global solutions and the necessity of space protection for future exploration. #SpaceDebris #OrbitalDebris #SpaceJunk #AstronautSafety #CosmicEnvironment #SpaceExploration #CleanSpace

A little behind schedule, but better late than never - Issue 02 of The Infinity Report (my series of articles exploring the space industry) is out! Chances are, you’ve never heard of space debris. Here’s 3 reasons why it should be on your radar: 🛰️ Space debris travels at 17,000 MPH (10x faster than a bullet). A piece of debris the size of a baseball could shatter a spacecraft into pieces. 🔄 Debris collisions could spark Kessler Syndrome, generating a chain reaction of collisions that would make it nearly impossible for spacecraft (and people) to enter Earth’s orbit. 💵 The global financial economy hinges on satellite timing for precise transaction timestamps, and satellite collisions could lead to significant economic repercussions. Special thanks to Marco Rossi for his expertise on this matter. #spaceindustry #spacedebris #spaceexploration #satellites #banking #nasa

"With technical expertise and authority over space activities widely distributed across the US government, officials need to determine the appropriate regulations and policies to address how space is changing." Orbital space debris has been an issue for decades, endangering satellites and even the International Space Station, but regulation remains complex and ineffective. In a new piece for Issues in Science and Technology, Marilyn Harbert and Asha Balakrishnan talk about the government's efforts to regulate space over the past few decades and actions that could help to reduce the risks caused by space debris. Read at https://ow.ly/Tj4l50PqZmW. #SpaceDebris #SpaceSustainability #SpacePolicy #SpaceIndustry

It’s not Thanos and Carnage who are extraterrestrial supervillains. Solar winds, sunspots, solar flares, and CMEs are! They: 🔴 Disrupt satellite trajectories, leading to increased risks of orbital collisions and, consequently, space debris issues, 🔴 Impact the trajectories of space debris pieces, which are generally pre-calculated for spacecraft safety, 🔴 Challenge spacecraft operators in ensuring the safety of operational satellites, especially in low Earth orbits where the effects of space weather are more pronounced, and 🔴 Affect the planning of satellite lifetimes due to unforeseen drag and radiation levels. I see here a need for improved space weather predictions to safeguard spacecraft and mitigate collision risks in space. And with the increasing number of satellites in orbit, I have no doubt space weather, tech like what we do at Mission Space will attract more limelight and weight. What are your thoughts on the subject? #spacetech #spaceindustry #spaceweather

"With technical expertise and authority over space activities widely distributed across the US government, officials need to determine the appropriate regulations and policies to address how space is changing." Orbital space debris has been an issue for decades — endangering satellites and even the International Space Station — but regulation remains complex and ineffective. In a new piece for Issues in Science and Technology, Marilyn Harbert and Asha Balakrishnan talk about the government's efforts to regulate space over the past few decades and actions that could help to reduce the risks caused by space debris. Read at https://ow.ly/3TAz50Q27Yh. #SpaceDebris #SpaceSustainability #SpacePolicy #SpaceIndustry

🌎🚀 A Critical Look at the Escalating Crisis of Space Junk 🛰️ The remnants of space exploration are accumulating at an alarming rate, posing severe threats to our technology and future missions. 🚨 https://lnkd.in/gHMBMnMd 1️⃣ 🌌 The Perils of Space Debris Millions of objects, left behind from decades of space missions, now orbit Earth. These fragments of space junk have the potential to cause catastrophic collisions, threatening satellites, spacecraft, and even the International Space Station. 2️⃣ 🛠️ The Domino Effect in Space A single collision among space debris can trigger a chain reaction, known as Kessler syndrome, leading to an uncontrollable cascade of collisions. This disastrous scenario could devastate global communication networks and potentially halt space travel indefinitely. 3️⃣ 🌊 The Environmental and Safety Concerns While efforts are made to deorbit defunct satellites safely, the increasing volume of space junk requires urgent attention and action. The environmental impact of re-entry and the potential hazards of falling debris cannot be overlooked. 🚮 We must address the space junk crisis with urgency and responsibility to safeguard our orbital environment and ensure the sustainability of future space endeavors. 🔖 #SpaceJunk #SpaceDebris #EnvironmentalImpact #SpaceSafety #KesslerSyndrome

They say in space, no one can hear you scream. But can they see you being sustainable? With over 1500 satellites launched every year, low Earth orbits (LEOs) are becoming increasingly crowded. Now add to this the problem of space debris. The European Space Agency (ESA) tracked 30,000 individual pieces of space debris measuring over ten centimetres with an additional one million objects over one centimetre in size blanketing the planet. Be it in space or in our seas and oceans, humanity just can't seem to avoid the problem of junk. Organisations are considering different ways to solve this problem, from giant electromagnetic nets to space and ground-based lasers. But much like with our oceans, the best solution might be to stop junk from going up there in the first place. Tim Flohrer of the European Space Agency - ESA and Emmanuelle David of eSpace - EPFL Space Center shared their fascinating insights for this article I wrote for Wärtsilä. #SpaceSustainabilityRating #SpaceSustainability #SpaceDebris