The Evaluation Methods of Collision Between Space Debris and Spacecraft
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[Abstract]: With the rapid development of space technology, more and more spacecraft have been launched into space, at the same time, the number of space debris increased dramatically, the probability of collision between space debris and spacecraft arise accordingly. To evaluate the collision effect, some evaluation methods should be studied. The paper introduces some evaluation methods according to different collision modes by analyzing tracking data obtained by measurement equipment. Relevant evaluation standards are given according to different collision degrees.
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