Science & Environment
December 05, 2024
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Three Satellites Crash After Solar Activity Disrupts Orbit Just Two Months Post-Launch

Three satellites from Curtin University’s Binar Space Program—Binar-2, 3, and 4—burned up in Earth’s atmosphere just two months after their launch. The incident, which occurred in early November, underscores the increasing impact of solar activity on satellite missions worldwide. These CubeSats were initially designed for a six-month mission focused on scientific testing and system validation. […]