Planned 1.7 Million Satellites 'Devastating' For Astronomy: Study

Barron's·Jul 1

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A study has found that plans to launch a large number of satellites, reportedly around 1.7 million, could have devastating consequences for astronomy. The planned satellite launches are said to pose a significant threat to the night sky and potentially even an existential threat to the field of astronomy. The exact impact is still being reported, but it is widely agreed that the consequences could be severe.

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