Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Satellites Collide in Low Earth Orbit
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 18, 2009 is “Satellites Collide in Low Earth Orbit,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Illustration Credit & Copyright: Analytical Graphics, Inc.). The original explanation runs about 191 words.
From the explanation
“How often do satellites collide? Although minuscule space debris may strike any satellite on occasion, the first known collision between time two full satellites occurred only last week.”
— APOD editors, February 18, 2009
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- February 18, 2009
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Illustration Credit & Copyright: Analytical Graphics, Inc.
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 191 words