On April 2, 2024, the night sky over Southern California tore open. A streak of fire ripped through the atmosphere, traveling ...
Using this method to track uncontrolled objects plummeting at supersonic speeds, they said, could help recovery teams reach any surviving pieces more quickly — crucial if the debris is dangerous.
Objects in orbit that fall to Earth can pose a risk to life and infrastructure. Research outlines a new method to follow their paths.
Scientists are studying how sensors designed to detect nuclear tests could help track space junk and meteorites crashing down in the world's most remote regions. Across the world, dozens of ...
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — As more and more space junk comes crashing down, a new study shows how earthquake monitors can better track incoming objects by tuning into their sonic booms. Scientists ...