Verlagslink DOI: 10.1016/j.sftr.2025.100849
Titel: Managing space debris : risks, mitigation measures, and sustainability challenges
Sprache: Englisch
Autorenschaft: Leal Filho, Walter  
Abubakar, Ismaila Rimi 
Hunt, Julian David 
Dinis, Maria Alzira Pimenta 
Schlagwörter: Aerospace safety; Navigation risks; Orbits; Satellites; Space debris; Spacecraft
Erscheinungsdatum: 18-Jun-2025
Verlag: Elsevier
Zeitschrift oder Schriftenreihe: Sustainable futures 
Zeitschriftenband: 10
Zusammenfassung: 
Space debris consists of non-functional, human-made objects remaining in Earth's orbit or entering the atmosphere, creating significant challenges for space operations. Current surveillance systems track nearly 40,000 larger debris fragments, yet it is estimated that hundreds of thousands of smaller pieces and millions of tiny, untracked particles further contribute to the risk of high-velocity collisions. These objects threaten spacecraft integrity, satellite functionality, and the long-term sustainability of space activities. This review article investigates the hazards posed by space debris, providing an overview of its impact on satellite operations, crewed space missions, and orbital stability. It examines risk mitigation strategies, including the enforcement of stricter disposal regulations, advancements in satellite design for controlled re-entry or deorbiting, and the active removal of large debris objects. A structured approach to space debris mitigation is also explored, outlining a proposed four-step strategy: designing spacecraft for impact resistance, implementing advanced remote tracking and monitoring systems, integrating onboard detection and avoidance mechanisms, and developing impact mitigation strategies to minimize damage. Additionally, the importance of enhanced tracking technologies and international cooperation is underscored, as collective efforts are necessary to address this escalating issue. Increasing awareness of the growing risks and exploring practical mitigation strategies strengthens ongoing efforts to safeguard space activities and ensure the long-term viability of Earth's orbital environment.
URI: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12738/17848
ISSN: 2666-1888
Begutachtungsstatus: Diese Version hat ein Peer-Review-Verfahren durchlaufen (Peer Review)
Einrichtung: Department Gesundheitswissenschaften 
Fakultät Life Sciences 
Forschungs- und Transferzentrum Nachhaltigkeit und Klimafolgenmanagement 
Dokumenttyp: Zeitschriftenbeitrag
Hinweise zur Quelle: article number: 100849
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