BlueWalker 3
- BlueWalker 3, a next-generation communications satellite, has become one of the brightest objects in the night sky, leading to concerns about light pollution.
- The satellite was launched on September 10, 2022, and shines as brightly as the most luminous stars in certain constellations.
- Satellites can reflect sunlight to Earth, potentially covering astronomical objects and affecting sensitive astronomical equipment.
- This significant brightness poses a challenge for astronomers using ground-based telescopes to observe the night sky.
- Companies may need to adjust their satellite designs to emit less light to mitigate the ....
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