Tag: Space Debris
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Why Scientists Are Worried About Dead Satellites Becoming Space Junk
What is space debris and how do dead satellites become junk? Space debris refers to any human-made object in orbit that no longer serves a purpose. Dead satellites, spent upper stages, and spent rocket bodies can become debris if they are not properly managed at the end of a mission. Even when satellites are designed…
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Why Dead Satellites Are a Growing Space Junk Threat
Why scientists are worried about dead satellites becoming space junk The sighting of an unusual sky event over Calgary has brought public attention to a problem that scientists have been tracking for years: dead satellites and other discarded pieces of hardware piling up in Earth’s orbit. As more launches occur and older equipment remains active…
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Why Scientists Are Worried About Dead Satellites Turning Into Space Junk
Overview: A growing hazard from old satellites An unusual visual spectacle over Calgary recently captured headlines and highlighted a broader concern: dead satellites turning into space junk. The debris problem has moved from a theoretical worry to a practical challenge that could affect communications, weather forecasting, and even human spaceflight. As more objects populate orbit,…
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Why We Should Prepare to Destroy Asteroid 2024 YR4
Understanding Asteroid 2024 YR4 Asteroid 2024 YR4 has recently captured the attention of the global scientific community with its potential collision course set for 2032. Initially, astronomers feared it might hit Earth, but they have since dismissed that possibility. However, the stakes are still high, as there remains a 4% chance of this sizable asteroid…
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NCR Meteor 2025: Debunking the Celestial Event
NCR Meteor 2025: A Celestial Mystery On September 20, 2025, the residents of Delhi-NCR experienced a breathtaking cosmic spectacle around 1:20 AM. A brilliant fireball blazed across the sky, fragmenting into glowing particles that dazzled onlookers. This event sparked a frenzy of speculation and social media buzz. Was it a meteor? Or was it space…
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NCR Meteor 2025: Was it a Meteor or Space Debris?
The Spectacle of NCR Meteor 2025 On the night of September 20, 2025, around 1:20 AM, residents of Delhi-NCR were treated to a breathtaking display when a bright fireball streaked across the sky, accompanied by glowing fragments. This celestial event sparked widespread speculation and discussion among those who witnessed it. Was it a genuine meteor,…
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NCR Meteor 2025: Understanding the Celestial Phenomenon
NCR Meteor 2025: A Celestial Spectacle On September 20, 2025, residents of Delhi-NCR were treated to a dazzling display in the night sky at around 1:20 AM. A bright fireball streaked across the horizon, illuminating the dark canvas above with glowing fragments that broke apart in an extraordinary fashion. This celestial event sparked widespread speculation—was…
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Mysterious Streak of Light Over Delhi-NCR: Meteor or Debris?
Mysterious Streak of Light Over Delhi-NCR: Meteor Shower or Debris? A captivating and mysterious streak of light dazzled the night sky over Delhi and its neighboring areas, leaving residents in awe and stirring up excitement across social media. Witnesses reported seeing a fiery trail that broke apart around 1:20 AM on Saturday. As speculation swirled…
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Mystery Streak in Delhi-NCR: Meteor Shower or Space Debris?
A Dazzling Display Over Delhi-NCR On a seemingly ordinary Saturday morning, a breathtaking phenomenon captivated residents across the Delhi-NCR region. Around 1:20 AM, a mysterious streak of light illuminated the night sky, leaving many in awe and prompting a flurry of speculation regarding its origin. Eyewitness accounts poured in from various locations including Delhi, Noida,…
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Spectacular Fireball Over Delhi-NCR: Was It a Rocket Debris?
Introduction: A Celestial Fireball Stuns Residents In the early hours of Saturday, September 20, a remarkable fireball illuminated the skies over Delhi, Gurugram, and parts of Rajasthan, captivating residents and sparking widespread speculation. Originally thought to be a natural occurrence, assessments indicate that this brilliant phenomenon was likely debris from a Chinese rocket launch. Details…