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Solar storms are killing SpaceX’s Starlink satellites and making them re-enter Earth sooner; says NASA

IndiaTimes Thursday, 29 May 2025 ()
A NASA study reveals that increased solar activity, particularly during solar maximum, accelerates satellite re-entry due to heightened atmospheric drag. This phenomenon, impacting constellations like Starlink, poses operational challenges and environmental concerns as more satellites burn up, releasing materials into the atmosphere. The situation necessitates improved space traffic management and consideration of space weather in planning.
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