The space junk crisis is expected to worsen with the recent approval from Trump’s FCC, allowing SpaceX to double the number of satellites it has in Low Earth Orbit and bring them closer to Earth than ever before, under the ownership of Elon Musk.
This decision is likely to have significant implications for the growing concern of space debris in Earth’s orbit. With more satellites being launched and placed in closer proximity to the planet, the risk of collisions and subsequent generation of space junk increases. The approval will enable SpaceX to expand its Starlink constellation, potentially exacerbating the issue.
The impact of this development on the space junk crisis will be closely monitored in the coming months. As the number of satellites in Low Earth Orbit increases, the need for effective debris removal and mitigation strategies will become more pressing. The consequences of inaction could be severe, with potential risks to operational spacecraft and the long-term sustainability of space exploration.
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