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How does the space station, its solar panels and the satellites in space survive the potential damages caused by the different size of debris in space?
What would be the point of having a crew if they couldn't look out at the view?Freshtictac said:Well that's silly, why are they still using windows? LOL
mgb_phys said:What would be the point of having a crew if they couldn't look out at the view?
The space station has several layers of shielding, including micrometeoroid and orbital debris (MMOD) shielding and a Whipple shield, which is designed to break up and disperse incoming debris. It also has a debris avoidance system that uses radar and other sensors to track and avoid potential collisions with debris.
If the space station gets hit by debris, it can cause damage to the exterior structure or systems. In some cases, the station may have to perform a maneuver to avoid a larger piece of debris. The crew can also use repair techniques, such as patches and sealants, to fix any damage caused by smaller debris impacts.
The space station is equipped with a safe haven, which is a reinforced area that astronauts can retreat to in case of a debris impact. The safe haven is designed to provide protection from debris impacts and can also serve as a shelter in case of other emergencies, such as a fire or depressurization.
The space station has a number of sensors and cameras that are used to track and monitor debris in space. These include the Space Debris Sensor (SDS), which uses a laser to detect small debris particles, and the Debris Impact Sensor (DIS), which measures the size and speed of debris impacts on the station's exterior.
The space station is designed to withstand impacts from debris up to a certain size and velocity. However, if a large enough piece of debris were to hit the station, it could cause significant damage and potentially lead to the destruction of the station. This is why it is important for the station to have a debris avoidance system and for astronauts to regularly monitor and assess the risk of debris impacts.