Space Debris

The rapid increase in satellite launches, particularly mega-constellations like SpaceX's Starlink, is creating a growing problem: what happens when these satellites reach the end of their lives? The a...

China's ambitious foray into space with its Guowang and Qianfan satellite constellations is igniting a global debate. With plans to launch thousands of satellites, concerns are mounting about space de...

In a dramatic end to a 53-year space odyssey, the lander module from the failed Soviet Venera mission Kosmos 482 made an uncontrolled re-entry into Earth's atmosphere earlier this month, sparking wide...

The night sky has been putting on a spectacular show recently, with reports of bright fireballs lighting up the skies across the United States and even further afield. From California to Indiana, and ...

The escalating problem of space debris is rapidly becoming a critical issue, posing significant threats to vital satellite infrastructure and national security. With an estimated 100 million pieces of...

A relic of the Cold War space race has likely met its fiery end. The Kosmos 482 spacecraft, a Soviet-era Venus lander probe that malfunctioned during launch in 1972, is believed to have plummeted back...

Earth's orbit is becoming increasingly congested with space debris, posing a significant threat to satellites, spacecraft, and even national security. A recent study highlights the alarming potential ...

China's rapidly expanding presence in space, while showcasing impressive technological advancements, is raising serious concerns about orbital congestion, space debris, and the potential for a global ...

Invisible sound waves, often associated with detecting nuclear blasts, are now helping scientists monitor a growing threat: space debris. These ultra-sensitive sensors are revealing new insights into ...

An antiquated relic from the Cold War space race, the Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482, is predicted to make an unscheduled return to Earth in the coming days. Launched in 1972 as part of the Venera progr...