Space Debris Mitigation
Burn-up refers to the process of a spacecraft or satellite disintegrating as it re-enters Earth's atmosphere. This occurs when the object experiences intense heat and pressure, leading to combustion and vaporization of its materials. Properly managing burn-up is critical to ensure that any debris from the re-entry is minimized and that it falls into uninhabited areas, reducing risks to people and property on the ground.
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