A Soviet satellite disintegrates in orbit, experts warn of danger
A 45-year-old Soviet meteorological satellite disintegrated in orbit. This incident marks the fifth explosion in orbit in the last six months, raising concerns about space debris.
In brief
- A Soviet meteorological satellite disintegrated in orbit.
- The satellite experienced a failure for the second time in 22 years.
- This incident is the fifth explosion in orbit in six months.
- The satellite disintegration occurred at an altitude of 855 kilometers above Earth.
- The density of space debris is considered highest at this orbit.
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