Persei Space, a Spanish aerospace firm, says it has a new way to tackle the growing problem of space debris.
- The European Space Agency estimates over 11,000 tons of junk orbiting Earth, including more than 35,000 objects larger than 10 cm.
- Persei Space’s concept involves a lightweight, autonomous system that can capture and de‑orbit debris without creating more fragments.
- If successful, the technology could protect satellites, lower collision risks, and pave the way for safer future missions.
The company hopes its solution will turn the invisible threat into a manageable challenge.