Concern for astronomy: Thousands of new satellites are "hiding" the stars
A new scientific study brings to light a significant problem for the science of astronomy. According to the data, the rapid increase in the number of satellites being launched into space seriously threatens the ability of scientists to observe the universe.
Experts estimate that if the current rate of launches continues, the number of satellites orbiting Earth could exceed 1.7 million. This massive quantity of artificial objects creates "light pollution" in space, which makes it difficult to capture clear images from telescopes.
The problem is particularly acute for astronomers studying distant stars and galaxies. Satellites reflect sunlight, creating bright streaks in telescope images. These streaks cover celestial bodies and make data analysis much more difficult and time-consuming.
The scientific community is now calling for measures to limit this phenomenon. It is proposed that stricter rules be established for companies launching satellites, to ensure that technological progress does not hinder research into the secrets of space.