June 22, 202216 min read, 3291 words
Published: June 22, 2022 | 16 min read, 3291 words
Illustration: Jim Starr360°Space is turning into a dangerous junkyardLENSESSScienceGGeopoliticsPPolicyDefunct rockets, satellites and other debris litter the skies. Giant nets, harpoons and robot claws might be part of the solution.ContributorsWhat are 360s? Grid’s answer to stor...
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Investigative
July 30, 2022
Fun and short article presenting the issues that the long space exploration have caused in regards to space trash, and the problems we face in clearing those up, all through reputable sources and direct quotes.
July 30, 2022
Great Context
July 26, 2022
Very interesting look at space debris. The article discusses space debris from several points of view. Content is focused on hazards in orbit. There were no solutions outside tired old regulations and bonds offered by anybody interviewed, such as private sector space cowboys collecting debris and selling it as historic space souvenirs. Another option could be patriotism. Russia, China, and the USA could have a space race to collect debris, bundle it, and fling it into the atmosphere for low orbit fire works display that celebrates space exploration from each nation. The article reads like hand wringing, expensive, kick the can down the road dilemma rather than fun solutions requiring the construction of autonomous debris collectors in space.
July 26, 2022