Article 4YM8A Two Satellites Could Smash Into Each Other Over the U.S. Tonight

Two Satellites Could Smash Into Each Other Over the U.S. Tonight

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George Dvorsky
from Gizmodo on (#4YM8A)
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A pair of decommissioned satellites are at risk of colliding later today, potentially producing hundreds if not thousands of new pieces of space debris. Regardless of what happens, however, this incident illustrates our dire need for sensible space management practices.

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