Student Scholars Journal

Student Scholars Journal

Space Debris Mitigation: Innovative Solutions for Orbital Sustainability

By Arief Wijaya, James Liu
Published November 30, 2024 • Pages 1-28

Abstract

The proliferation of space debris poses an existential threat to future space exploration and satellite operations. Currently, over 130 million debris objects larger than 1mm orbit Earth, with collision probabilities increasing exponentially. This research investigates innovative mitigation strategies including active debris removal, orbital decay acceleration, and prevention technologies. We developed mathematical models for debris trajectory prediction and evaluated the effectiveness of magnetic tethers, solar sails, and robotic capture systems. Economic analysis reveals that preventive measures cost 15x less than active removal. Our findings provide a comprehensive framework for international space agencies to implement sustainable orbital practices and protect the space environment for future generations.

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Journal Details

Journal:Student Scholars Journal
Volume:1
Issue:4
Pages:1-28
Year:2024

Publication Timeline

Received:November 8, 2024
Revised:November 17, 2024
Accepted:November 25, 2024
Published:November 30, 2024

Article Metrics

Article ID:ssj-2024-v1i4-001
Keywords:6 keywords
Subject Areas:3 areas
Authors:2 authors

Author Information

AW
Arief WijayaCorresponding
Binus School Simprug, Indonesia
JL
James Liu
Carnegie Mellon University, Pennsylvania
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