The next frontier in space is closer than you think: Welcome to the world of very low Earth orbit satellites
Phys.org • 12/16/2025 • Last cited 12/16/2025
Summary
The article from Phys.org discusses the growing interest in very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites, which are part of the approximately 15,000 satellites currently orbiting Earth, primarily in low Earth orbit (LEO) up to about 1,200 miles above the surface. The piece highlights the potential advancements and opportunities presented by VLEO technology in the near future.
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