Emeritus Prof Christopher May on Nostr: As we know, when damaged or redundant #satellites re-enter the Earth's atmosphere ...
As we know, when damaged or redundant #satellites re-enter the Earth's atmosphere they burn up... now studies have found that around 10% of aerosol particles in #stratosphere contain aluminium and/or other metals derived from satellites that burned up on re-entry.
As the population of orbiting objects continues to grow, so does the number returning to earth & burning up; this issue will only expand.
The Q. is (like previous environmental degradation): what will be the impact of such change(s)
As the population of orbiting objects continues to grow, so does the number returning to earth & burning up; this issue will only expand.
The Q. is (like previous environmental degradation): what will be the impact of such change(s)