Current Challenges and Mitigation Strategies ...

Current Challenges and Mitigation Strategies for Space Junk

Author Name : Shreya Mane

ABSTRACT

The growing amount of space debris in Earth's orbit poses a serious risk to space missions, satellite operations, and the long-term viability of space exploration. Important issues are addressed, including the Kessler syndrome, which forecasts a series of collisions that will create an unmanageable debris environment. The study also examines several mitigation techniques, such as enhanced satellite end-of-life disposal, on-orbit servicing, active debris removal (ADR) technology, and space traffic management regulations. Space trash, an ever-increasing population in orbit, is a huge problem for the current state of space. Numerous methods have been proposed to remove a space debris particle from its orbit. Since space junk is piling up quickly, there is a good potential that operational satellites may be harmed. Therefore, keeping an eye on and getting rid of space trash is crucial to preventing mishaps and other dangerous actions in and near space. Researchers face a hurdle in removing space debris from Earth's orbit using various methods.