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return2ozma@lemmy.world to Astronomy@mander.xyz · 8 months ago

Starlink is increasingly interfering with astronomy, scientists say

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Starlink is increasingly interfering with astronomy, scientists say

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return2ozma@lemmy.world to Astronomy@mander.xyz · 8 months ago
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Starlink is increasingly interfering with astronomy, scientists say | Semafor
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Astronomers have long criticized the satellites for being too bright, making it harder to see the universe.
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    Yeah, aluminium oxide particles may be a problem. Some scientists are experimenting with replacing aluminium with wood. I wonder if this would be feasible on future Starlink sats.

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