Space Debris - Page 5

Space debris refers to non-functional objects in orbit around Earth that are remnants from spacecraft, satellite parts, and other human-made materials. This includes defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, fragments from collisions or deliberate destructions, and tiny particles from paint or metal. Space debris poses risks to operational satellites, the International Space Station, and other spacecraft, as collisions with these objects can cause significant damage. The increasing amount of space debris has raised concerns about the long-term sustainability of space activities and prompted efforts to track, mitigate, and potentially remove this debris to ensure safe access to space.