Science

Will Elon Musk Create an Orbiting Garbage Pile Around Earth?

SPACE JUNK

The billionaire’s gonzo rocket startup SpaceX plans to launch a staggering 12,000 tiny communications satellites over the next decade—exponentially increasing orbital hazards.

David Axe
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