In space traffic coordination, the biggest challenge may be coordination

Published on February 25, 2026
Space traffic management is an increasingly difficult but increasingly important challenge. Image generated via DALL-E

As the number of satellites in orbit grows, one emerging challenge is the difficulty some satellite operators have contacting counterparts to avoid potential collisions.

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