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They shouldn't be difficult to track by an object in space with a laser I would think? edit: curious why the downvotes? Would a device in space with a LIDAR ty
by spywaregorilla 5y ago
They shouldn't be difficult to track by an object in space with a laser I would think?
edit: curious why the downvotes? Would a device in space with a LIDAR type of device not be very well suited to tracking small objects that are difficult to identify with cameras from earth?
- bagels 5y agoIt's difficult and expensive. Ground based radar is the best way.
- nexuist 5y agoThe problem with this kind of system is that it isn't retroactive; all space junk currently in space will remain in space even if the tether device is mandated. And it's unlikely it gets mandated and approved by all spacefaring governments anytime soon.