Radio Astronomers Fight Back Against Satellite Interference

Astronomers using LOFRA detected emissions from satellites in orbit. This is part of the core of the extended LOFAR system located near Exloo, Netherlands (Credit : LOFAR/ASTRON)

Visual observations have, over the years had to battle light pollution, weather, aircraft and even satellite constellations. Radio observations have until recently, been reasonably well protected however in their attempt to preserve the “quiet skies” a team of radio astronomers have secured a significant victory. For the first time, they’ve joined forces with the International Special Committee on Radio Interference, a committee that sets global standards for preventing electronic interference.

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