Orbital (space) debris represents a growing threat to the operation of man-made objects in space.1 According to Nick Johnson, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA's) chief scientist for orbital debris, ...
Discusses the miscellaneous junk floating in space, how it got there, what effects it can have, and what can be done about it.
Space junk can damage a spacecraft-and also cause issues for humans on Earth. This book takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology while supporting STEM and NGSS standards.
Orbital Debris from Upper Stage Breakup: An American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Series