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202054 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Scientific Research

Space Smash

202054 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Over the past two decades, fragments from missiles and satellites have accumulated in space, threatening vital infrastructure and future missions.

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Space Smash

2020• 54 minPG

8.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

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Over the past two decades, fragments from missiles and satellites have accumulated in space, threatening vital infrastructure and future missions.

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Engineers are developing solutions to combat the growing problem of space debris. Over the last 20 years, fragments from missiles and satellites have accumulated in orbit, threatening space infrastructure. Bertrand Loyer's 2020 documentary, "Space Smash," details this issue and presents innovative approaches such as magnetic nets, lasers, and robotic trash collectors. These efforts aim to clean up the increasing mess in space and protect future missions. The film runs for 54 minutes.

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