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Orbital Data Centers Require New Approaches to Satellite Operations
SpaceX’s IPO has brought attention to the company’s ambitious vision for interplanetary civilization and its plans for orbital data centers. However, the increasing number of satellites in low Earth orbit raises concerns about congestion and collision risk. To address this, SpaceX and other companies may need to consider operating satellites in very low Earth orbit (VLEO), which could reduce collision risk and unlock new capabilities. According to SpaceNews, the development of new technologies and incentives will be necessary to make VLEO a viable option.