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Don’t Make the Same Mistake Twice

Vermont Law

by William Goldberg Space is infinite, but earth’s orbits are a finite natural resource that must be managed properly.[1] The problem of orbital debris pollution is complex and serious.[2] Orbital debris, also known as space trash, is an umbrella term to describe non-active satellites and other pieces of spacecraft orbiting the earth.

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Don’t Make the Same Mistake Twice

Vermont Law

by William Goldberg Space is infinite, but earth’s orbits are a finite natural resource that must be managed properly.[1] The problem of orbital debris pollution is complex and serious.[2] Orbital debris, also known as space trash, is an umbrella term to describe non-active satellites and other pieces of spacecraft orbiting the earth.

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Don’t Make the Same Mistake Twice

Vermont Law

by William Goldberg. Space is infinite, but earth’s orbits are a finite natural resource that must be managed properly. [1]. The problem of orbital debris pollution is complex and serious. [2]. Orbital debris, also known as space trash, is an umbrella term to describe non-active satellites and other pieces of spacecraft orbiting the earth. [3]. Orbital debris travels at speeds up to 4.3 to 5 miles per second, roughly seven times faster than a bullet, and can cause catastrophic damage to space in

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