“Megaconstellations” of vast numbers of satellites could threaten space-based astronomy, scientists have warned.
In recent years, companies such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX have launched thousands of new satellites, to offer internet connections to those who might not otherwise be able to get online. In the years to come, companies hope to send many more: FCC filings suggest that companies want to launch half a million satellites by the end of the next decade.
