Alfredo has a PhD in Astrophysics and a Master's in Quantum Fields and Fundamental Forces from Imperial College London. Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology ...

"A single collision could have catastrophic long-term consequences," the authors explain, and we would not have long to avoid ...

A new study warns that massive solar storms could trigger a catastrophic chain of satellite collisions in low-Earth orbit ...

There are already tens of thousands of pieces of large debris in orbit, some of which pose a threat to functional satellites. Various agencies and organizations have been developing novel solutions to ...

A "house of cards" is such a wonderful English phrase, one now primarily associated with a Netflix political drama.

A new paper calculated a solar storm could bring down the planet’s satellite system in just three days, wreaking havoc on ...

Researchers warn of rising collision risks in low Earth orbit due to satellite mega-constellations and solar storms, highlighting the need for precise management and autonomous satellite systems.

Light reflected from satellites pollutes the images taken by telescopes orbiting Earth, as well as those on the ground. Without mitigations, this will only get worse. Read the paper: Satellite ...

A new paper argues that humanity has created an "orbital house of cards," putting us on a CRASH course with only 2.8 days to ...

“Megaconstellations” of vast numbers of satellites could threaten space-based astronomy, scientists have warned. In recent years, companies such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX have launched thousands of new ...

A new study warns a powerful solar storm could cripple satellite mega-constellations within days, as crowded orbits, lost ...