A dead Soviet satellite just broke apart in orbit (again). Experts say it's part of 'a worrying trend'
Dead Soviet satellite breaks apart in orbit, experts warn of 'worrying trend'
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What is space junk?
Coverage does not provide a definition
What is LeoLabs?
LeoLabs is a company providing space safety services, according to TipRanks
How many satellites have broken apart?
Coverage does not specify the exact number
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A dead Soviet satellite launched in 1981 broke apart in low Earth orbit on October 8. Starlust.org reported the incident first, noting that the satellite's debris may put other spacecraft at risk. This is the latest in a series of satellite breakups, raising concerns about space junk.
According to Space, experts say this is part of 'a worrying trend'. The article does not specify the exact number of satellites that have broken apart. TipRanks reported that the incident underscores the growing demand for LeoLabs space safety services. These services help detect debris events.
Coverage does not yet specify the extent of the debris field or whether any other satellites are at risk. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing issue of space junk in Earth's orbit.
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An old Soviet satellite broke apart and littered orbit with space debrisUA.NEWS · 17h ago
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Three in four EU workers face suspicious emails and links, report findsInbox.eu · 17h ago
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Another satellite breakup raises concerns about space junkEarthSky · 17h ago
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