Astronomers and scientists are making new research program to find solutions to protect the planet from the dangers of asteroid impacts that would trigger wider disaster.
A program called Stardust is the first attempt based on the research and training by bringing together some of the world's best experts of asteroids and space. A training school which held at the University of Strathclyde this week became the first step to train the next generation such as scientists, engineers and policy makers to stop the potentially dangerous asteroids for mankind.
"Stardust gives us a fantastic opportunity to take a step forward based on the ability of the human studies. Here's to inspire the next generation with innovative ideas and visionary concept to ensure the safety of the human race," said Professor Massimiliano Vasile of the University of Strathclyde Department of Mechanical Engineering & Aerospace, leading scientist of the Stardust program in press release to redOrbit on November 18, 2013.
He explained further, the asteroids and other space debris is a significant threat to the Earth. The threat of this danger becomes more apparent, especially with the increasing amount of debris in space.
"Asteroids and space debris can also become an opportunity if we have the technology to exploit them, for example by recycling over mining asteroids or space junk. Stardust bringing together experts from around the world to advance research and find solutions to these challenges," added Vasile.
Stardust program which held on November 18-22, 2013 and involved researchers and scientists who are the best in the world. They will study a variety of topics and attend lectures delivered by experts in aerospace engineering, physics, computer science and applied mathematics.
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There are currently more than 500 thousand scattered debris in space and circled Earth at speeds up to 17,500 mph. The existence of this space junk endangering satellite communications technology and spacecraft as well as the existence of the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA itself admitted, there are 500 thousand pieces of debris the size of a marble or larger, which is difficult to trace. Meanwhile, millions more other consisting of smaller debris. Their presence can damage spacecraft when traveling at high speed, so a program like this is important to protect space missions in the future. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | REDORBIT | SPACE DAILY]
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