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Non Life Sciences => Physics, Astronomy & Cosmology => Topic started by: paul.fr on 04/06/2007 10:06:14

Title: is there enough space debris to cause problems for satellites or rockets?
Post by: paul.fr on 04/06/2007 10:06:14

There must be the odd, stray nut and bolt whizzing around. What are the chances that they will hit the ISS or shuttle?

Title: is there enough space debris to cause problems for satellites or rockets?
Post by: DoctorBeaver on 04/06/2007 16:52:44

In the past, space debris has not been considered to be a great risk to the shuttle. However, NASA scientists are changing their opinion.

http://www.space.com/missionlaunches/050305_shuttle_debris.html (http://www.space.com/missionlaunches/050305_shuttle_debris.html)