Policies have to be changed if we would like to limit or reduce space debris.
Firstly, we need to specify the requirements of the design of a satellite before it is launched into orbit. The design must prevent operational debris which is parts discarded from a satellite over its lifetime. The satellite must have its residue energy sources by having a shorting electrical system and deleting unused propellant systems.
The second policy change is to fix the lifespan of a satellite to 25 years and terminated at the end of it. This acts as a prevention method for potential future space debris.
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Reference
- ES & Mary EV, Space Debris Mitigation Policy, Marlon E. Sorge & Mary Ellen Vojtek, viewed 23/09/2017 < http://www.aerospace.org/crosslinkmag/fall-2015/space-debris-mitigation-policy/>
- Johnson, N.L., 2006. Recent Developments in Space Debris Mitigation Policy and Practices.
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