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Satellite swarms mar Rubin's pristine view.

  • Published In: Science, 2025, v. 388, n. 6753. P. 1261 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Clery, Daniel 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses how the growing number of communication satellites from companies like SpaceX and Amazon is interfering with the Vera C. Rubin Observatory's wide-field astronomical observations in Chile. It explains that these satellite streaks threaten studies of dark matter, supernovae, and Earth-threatening asteroids, as well as the long-term effectiveness of astronomical surveys.

Additional Information

  • Source:Science. 2025/06, Vol. 388, Issue 6753, p1261
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Business and Management
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0036-8075
  • DOI:10.1126/science.adz8351
  • Accession Number:188104343

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