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The Growing Threat of Orbital Debris

Space junk consists of discarded satellites and rocket parts orbiting Earth at incredible speeds. Because objects travel at thousands of miles per hour, even a tiny flake of paint can strike a satellite with the force of a bullet. These high velocity collisions threaten the safety of future missions and critical infrastructure. For instance, the International Space Station must frequently perform avoidance maneuvers to dodge incoming debris. As space exploration expands, the dangers of space junk for future space missions grow more severe. Managing this orbital trash is essential to ensure that humans can continue exploring the stars safely.

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