Grappling the Future: Tethered Tech Capture
A Tangled Web: Exploring the Potential of Technology Tether-Based Capture Systems The vastness of space presents both incredible opportunities and daunting challenges. One of those challenges is capturing and manipulating objects in orbit, from defunct satellites to potential threats like space debris. While traditional methods like robotic arms and harpoons exist, a new breed of capture system is emerging: the technology tether-based capture system. This innovative approach utilizes tethers – long, strong cables composed of advanced materials – to snare and control targets in orbit. Imagine a giant fishing line, but instead of catching a fish, it's reeling in a satellite or piece of space junk. How Does It Work? Technology tether-based capture systems leverage a combination of physics and...