Low-orbit Earth could become inoperable for spacecraft and satellites if this complacency persists, with dire consequences.

Leaders of major space agencies stated grand plans for the near future at the International Astronautical Congress in Milan, ...

The unmanned X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle has been in space since late December, and it has been used for classified ...

The vast expanse of space offers incredible opportunities for humanity, but it also comes with hidden dangers. One of the ...

This is how debris finds itself languishing in space—and what some organizations are doing to mitigate the problem.

Space junk, also known as orbital debris, consists of man-made objects in orbit around Earth that no longer serve any purpose. These objects range from tiny paint flecks to large defunct spacecraft, ...

Low-Earth Warning Some of the world's leading space experts are warning that the current orbital junk crisis surrounding our ...

Addressing the responsible way to dispose of space debris has become a major concern ... is going out of its way to avoid creating more junk in orbit. "I think it's important that they are setting ...

Currently, almost 30,000 objects larger than a softball are orbiting the Earth at incredibly high speeds. These objects pose a significant threat to satellites, space missions, and even astronauts.

Scientists warn that a massive space junk disaster is unavoidable due to the abundance of debris in Earth's orbit. Collisions are expected as nearly 30,000 objects move at high speeds. Solutions are ...