China says SpaceX satellites are trying to hit its space station

China says SpaceX satellites are trying to hit its space station

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Science, Other, Physics

11th Grade - University

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China reported to the UN that its space station had to maneuver twice to avoid collisions with SpaceX's Starlink satellites. This incident follows China's 2007 satellite destruction, which created space debris. Experts note China's role in space collision risks and find it unusual for a country to file a complaint via an informational bulletin to the UN.

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What incident prompted China to maneuver its space station?

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What were the months during which China had to use collision avoidance procedures?

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What action did China take in 2007 that contributed to space debris?

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What did Jonathan McDowell and other astrophysicists say about China's role in creating collision risks in space?

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How did China lodge a complaint regarding the Starlink incident?

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