Defense
Space Debris Tracking System
The Space Debris Tracking System is a comprehensive ground-based radar network designed to monitor and catalog space debris in Earth's orbit. This system provides critical data for satellite operators to avoid collisions and contributes to international efforts to maintain space sustainability.
Project Objectives
Establish comprehensive space debris tracking capability
Develop accurate orbit determination algorithms
Provide collision avoidance data for satellite operators
Contribute to international space debris databases
Enable real-time monitoring of orbital objects
Support space traffic management initiatives
Key Achievements
Completed system design and architecture planning
Developed initial radar signal processing algorithms
Established partnerships with international space agencies
Created database schema for debris cataloging
Conducted preliminary site surveys for radar deployment
Implemented prototype tracking algorithms
Technologies Used
Radar SystemsOrbital MechanicsData ProcessingTracking AlgorithmsPhased Array AntennasMachine LearningCloud ComputingReal-time Analytics
Project Status
In ProgressProgress40%
Timeline
Started
10/1/2023
Timeline
Completed
Team
4 team members
Milestones
System Design
Completed: 12/25/2023
Radar Installation
Target: 6/30/2024
Software Integration
Target: 9/30/2024
Operational Testing
Target: 12/31/2024