China’s Internet satellite launch brings more than 300 pieces of trash into space, threatening satellites and space stations in low Earth orbit.

China launched its first batch of Internet satellites on August 6, 2024, using a Long March 6A rocket. 18 satellites were launched. The aim was to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites. But this launch created an uproar all over the world. Garbage fell on the ground. Spread into space. 300 pieces are spread in