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GPS satellites aren't in low earth orbit, though. I'd imagine taking out something 12,000 miles up is going to remain out of reach for countries like the DPRK.
by Zancarius 8y ago
GPS satellites aren't in low earth orbit, though. I'd imagine taking out something 12,000 miles up is going to remain out of reach for countries like the DPRK.
There's some fear mongering over China related to this[1], but I don't think the capability has ever been demonstrated because of the implications.
[1] https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/china-will-soon-be-able-destroy-every-satellite-space-27182 https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/china-will-soon-be-ab...
Edit: I posted incorrect information. GPS satellites orbit at ~12,000 miles, not GSO at 22,000.