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Discuss the major technological and operational challenges in maintaining large Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations. Analyse how mega-constellations affect orbital safety and space sustainability.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Q6. Discuss the major technological and operational challenges in maintaining large Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations. Analyse how mega-constellations affect orbital safety and space sustainability. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Mega-constellations like Starlink have rapidly expanded in Low Earth Orbit, making …

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Explain the Kessler Syndrome. Identify the major drivers behind the growing instability of Low Earth Orbit. Analyse the systemic global risks created by high debris densities and propose a multi-layered international strategy for mitigation and debris removal.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space. Q6. Explain the Kessler Syndrome. Identify the major drivers behind the growing instability of Low Earth Orbit. Analyse the systemic global risks created by high debris densities and propose a multi-layered international strategy for mitigation and debris removal. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the …

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Call for a legally-binding treaty to protect Earth’s orbit

GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Science and Technology: Space Awareness Source: DTE, Business Standard Context: Scientists have called for a legally binding treaty to ensure Earth’s orbit isn’t irreparably harmed by the future expansion of the global space industry.   About Space debris: Space debris includes non-functional spacecraft, abandoned launch vehicle stages, mission-related debris, and fragmentation …

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[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 4 February 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …

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