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Invisible Threat From the Sun: Solar Storms Are Stealthily Knocking Out Musk’s Satellites and Disrupting Global Coverage

Invisible Threat From the Sun: Solar Storms Are Stealthily Knocking Out Musk’s Satellites and Disrupting Global Coverage

IN A NUTSHELL 🌞 Solar storms are causing SpaceX’s Starlink satellites to reenter Earth’s atmosphere sooner than planned. 🚀 The increased atmospheric drag from geomagnetic storms shortens the satellites’ lifespan by 10 to 12 days. ⚠️ A higher risk of satellite collisions emerges due to unpredictable drifts caused by solar activity. 🛰️ Managing a crowded orbit is crucial as more …

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