A checklist for mitigating space debris creation and proliferation.
Minimize the number of surviving components reaching the ground.
Adhere to the 25-year deorbit rule whenever possible.
Deplete propellants and discharge batteries.
Utilize space surveillance data and perform timely maneuvers.
Consider alternative disposal methods.
Capture or tether released parts where feasible.
Target a safe re-entry zone over unpopulated areas.
Adhere to the 25-year deorbit guideline.
Ensure sufficient altitude separation.
Share data and contribute to space situational awareness.
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