This thesis examines the current technological and legal issues concerning orbital debris (space debris). The unique physical characteristics of the space environment are identified and explained. The thesis then explores the causes of orbital debris and examines the risk posed by debris to the most frequently used orbital areas. Significant environmental, legal, political, and economic consequences of orbital debris are described. The current technical and legal controls on the creation of debris are discussed and evaluated. Finally, proposed solutions are considered and critiqued. The thesis concludes with a non-binding treaty-based proposal for a new legal debris control regime that can encourage compliance and enhance accountability.


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    Title :

    Orbital Debris: Technical and Legal Issues and Solutions


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2006


    Size :

    121 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English