Satellite decommissioning is the process of safely retiring a satellite from active service, often involving moving it to a graveyard orbit or ensuring it burns up upon re-entry to minimize space debris. This procedure is crucial for maintaining the sustainability of space operations and preventing collisions in increasingly crowded orbital environments.

Satellite Decommissioning

Satellite decommissioning

graveyard orbit

Space debris refers to defunct human-made objects in space that no longer serve any useful purpose, posing significant risks to active satellites and space missions. As the density of debris increases, the likelihood of collisions escalates, potentially leading to a cascading effect known as the Kessler Syndrome, which could render certain orbits unusable.

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