For the Chinese space stationSolar cellsThe board was hit andInternational Space StationAlso affected by the problem, we must first make it clear that this is not an isolated incident. Actually,International Space StationA similar situation occurred in December 2023, when the solar wing was hit. This reminds us againSpaceThere is indeed a huge risk, regardless of the countryAstronauticsare facing serious challenges. But it is worth mentioning that humanity has yet to find a solution to this problem. So, why is this happening?
Previously, most people were rightInternational Space StationThe hit is skeptical, believing that this can only happenAstronauticsand robotic arms. However, China is inShenzhouThe information disclosed in mission XVII reveals another possibility: withSpaceThe debris is constantly increasing, and the long-term operationAstronauticsIt is inevitable that the device will be hit by tiny space particles and cause minor damage. Chinese space stationSolar cellsThe plate has also been hit by tiny particles many times, which has attracted widespread attention and discussion. Some questioned the veracity of the event, believing it to be nonsense, but they just didn't know the facts. Actually, the Chinese space stationShenzhouMission Seventeen contains the first runSpaceThe task of repair, which includes repairSolar cellsBoard. Therefore, we should have a more comprehensive understanding rather than blindly ruling out the existence of these problems.
According to the disclosure of **,International Space StationofSolar cellsPlates 3a and 58 were badly damaged. The first ** is displayed,Solar cellsThe batteries of plates 3a and 58 were damaged and the diodes were disconnected. The second one shows anotherSolar cellsAn example of a line loss due to breakdown on board 2a. Judging by these descriptions and **,International Space StationIt was indeed hit by hundreds of micrometeorites and fragments, some of which were more severe. This fact speaks volumesSpacesecurity issues. We need to recognize, enterSpacePerforming tasksAstronauticsmembers face great difficulties and dangers, and they are realAstronauticsHeroes, forAstronauticsThe cause has made a great contribution. However, we must also admit that confrontingSpaceGarbage, there is nothing humans can do, and the situation will become even more severe.
As we know,SpaceMost of the garbage is carried out by humansSpacetask-generated. With the development of science and technology,SpaceThere are more and more launch missions,SpaceGarbage is also increasing. According to open sources, the earth is above itSpaceThe amount of garbage is increasing every year, from 7,700 in 1993 to about 36,500 in August 2022. Except for those tracked by humansSpaceIn addition to garbage, there is a lot of untracked garbage. These tiny particles, while seemingly insignificant, are inSpaceThe movement is very fast and the kinetic energy is huge, which can seriously damage the runningAstronauticsdevice, even threateningAstronautsLife safety during extravehicular activities. At the moment, humans have not found a good treatmentSpaceAlthough some ideas have been proposed, such as burning with a laser or using a net**, it is very difficult to implement. Therefore, faceSpaceGarbage, humans are practically powerless, and that's whySpaceThe reason for the increasing amount of garbage. More will be carried out in the future as humanity proceedsSpacelaunches, we may see moreSpacegarbage, which will work properlyAstronauticsto pose a greater threat.
Either wayInternational Space StationOr the Chinese space station, all equipped with an early warning system, and through the ground station pairsSpaceto adopt multiple early warning mechanisms. However, as mentioned earlier, most of itSpaceGarbage can be monitored, but only in small partsSpaceGarbage cannot be monitored. Even if the station's own early warning system is triggered, it will be difficult to avoid it completelySpaceThe impact of garbage. This is becauseSpaceThe movement of garbage is very fast, and the early warning system needs to be advanced for a long time to issue a warningSpaceThe movement of garbage is not allowed. Therefore, the early warning system is inSpaceThe garbage problem is not a collective failure, but a very difficult situation that is difficult to solve completelySpaceThe garbage threat problem.
FaceSpaceThe threat of garbage, solving the problem requires global cooperation and technological innovation. Countries around the world need to strengthen cooperation and work togetherSpacePolicies and regulations for garbage clean-up and management, jointly invested in funds and technology, carried outSpaceResearch and practice of garbage removal. In addition, scientific and technological innovation is also a solutionSpaceThe crux of the garbage problem. Scientists and engineers need to constantly explore new technologies and methods, such as laser burning, netting**, etcSpacetowing, etc., for effective cleaning and managementSpaceLitter. At the same time, it is also necessary to improve the accuracy and timeliness of the early warning system through scientific and technological meansSpaceThe trajectory of the garbage, forAstronauticsandAstronauticstasks provide better protection.
To sum up, the Chinese space stationSolar cellsThe board was hit andInternational Space StationThe incident of damage also reminds us once againSpaceThe garbage problem is a serious challenge. Humanity is figuring it outSpaceThere are huge challenges to the problem of garbage, whether it is an early warning system or notSpaceGarbage removal technology requires global cooperation and technological innovation. It is only by working together that we can protectSpaceenvironment, ensureAstronauticsandAstronautssecurity.