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Mirrors in Space? The FCC Just Approved a Sun-Reflecting Satellite, and Astronomers Are Worried
For now, a single satellite has been cleared for a test demonstration, but the company making it hopes to eventually launch 50,000 of them into orbit.
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The Federal Communications Commission has given approval for a satellite designed to reflect sunlight back into space, sparking concerns among astronomers. This development is significant because it marks the first step in a potentially large-scale project, with the company behind the satellite aiming to launch 50,000 units into orbit.
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