Space debris poses risks to satellites from "summary" of Space Forces by Fred Scharmen
Space debris, that is, the remnants of defunct satellites and other man-made objects floating around in Earth's orbit, presents a clear and present danger to the functioning of active satellites. As these pieces of debris travel at incredibly high speeds, even the smallest fragments have the potential to cause catastrophic damage upon impact. Given the sheer volume of debris already in orbit, the risk of collision with operational satellites is a constant concern for space agencies and satellite operators alike. Even a tiny piece of debris can cause significant damage when it collides with a satellit...
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