Ep. 672: Space Debris Removal
Astronomy Cast
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Solar Max Launches Aren't as Common as Communications Satellites
Using lightweight materials to create large amounts of drag is the easiest way to go. The same time though, it is a bit problematic but launches at least aren't as common as communications satellite constellations. So imagine them putting these modules on every single spacecraft that's designed to work in lower orbit. As we approach solar max, our atmosphere is going to be changing in size on the regular as we're struck by energetic particles from the sun.
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