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Space Junk - Coggle Diagram
Space Junk
Exponential Growth of Debris
bring in statistics from different major events
harm our ability to even get up to solve problem
collisions cause more debris causing more collisions (feedback loop)
will need to be much more careful with spacecraft for fear of contributing exponentially
introduce mathematical models
Results of Unchecked Space Junk
inability to reach space
destruction of important satellites
major danger increase to astronauts on ISS or other missions
effect on everyday life (GPS, TV, communications, etc.)
Necessity of International Cooperation
international problem = international solution
talk about different events caused by different nations
extreme cost of possible solutions means needs to be an international effort
The Solutions
desposal orbits
deorbiting
vehicle dedication to debris removal
temporary: protect spacecraft from collisions (debris tracking) (small debris shielding)
legislation preventing causes
prevent inconsiderate release of small debris during missions
make sure new spacecraft have ability to send themselves back down (burn up)