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A comment on Launch HN: Turion Space (YC S21) – Space debris removal and satellite servicing.

Re:Launch HN: Turion Space (YC S21) – Space debris removal a... by geenew on Wednesday August 04, 2021 @11:22AM (#28062056)
Are there any international law hurdles for this type of operation? I recall seeing mention of prohibition or at least a grey area around satellite docking / movement by government agencies because of the potential military applications.
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Re:Launch HN: Turion Space (YC S21) – Space debris removal a... by rwesterdahl on Wednesday August 04, 2021 @11:30AM (#28062177)
Oh yeah. One situation we will avoid - deorbiting other peoples things without their permission. Its international waters out there and if you attempt to dock for example with a Russian rocket upper stage, (as a US company) that would be an act of war. No bueno. Lots of regulatory innovation needs to (and we think will) occur over the next 5-10 years to ensure a sustainable space environment!
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