British Scientists Design Harpoon For Space Junk

The video discusses the concept of a space harpoon designed to clear space junk by puncturing debris and sending it to burn up in the atmosphere. It highlights the simplicity and reliability of the harpoon compared to other complex ideas. NASA estimates a significant amount of debris orbiting Earth, posing risks to satellites and space missions. The video also mentions the European Space Agency's plans to test the harpoon and other debris capture methods, like nets, to address this growing issue.

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