A strategy is developed for assessing the harm that one satellite can do to another. A total of 29 modes are identified through which this harm can transpire, and the parameters and characteristics of each are explained. An overall, quantitative index of harm can be calculated (with respect to a nominal target satellite) for any satellite. A detailed verification strategy for each of these harm modes is also worked out. Peaceful space operations for the next 20-year period are surveyed and possible ambiguities noted. Confidence-building measures are also evaluated. The notion of 'keep-out zones' is explored and traditional ideas for such zones are shown to be simplistic and unworkable. A new, 'free space' keep-out zone is proposed. The technical means for verification of a keep-out zone treaty include the well-established practices of satellite tracking and orbit prediction.


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    Title :

    Satellites Harming Other Satellites


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    Publication date :

    1991


    Size :

    63 pages



    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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