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science6 months ago•5 min saved

Dead NASA Satellite Resurrects Mystery with Powerful Radio Burst

Astronomers using the ASKAP radio telescope identified a nanosecond bright radio burst originating from a 60-year-old satellite, Relay 2, likely caused by electrostatic discharge or micrometeoroid impact, highlighting new ways to monitor satellite activity and understand fast radio bursts within our galaxy.

via Phys.org|

#askap-radio-telescope #electrostatic-discharge #fast-radio-burst

science6 months ago•5 min saved

Scientists Uncover Origin of Mysterious Radio Burst from 1960s NASA Satellite

Astronomers using the ASKAP radio telescope in Australia detected a brief, bright radio burst originating from within 4500 km of Earth, traced to the old Relay 2 satellite, likely caused by an electrostatic discharge or space debris impact. This discovery highlights the potential for ground-based monitoring of satellite activity and the ongoing search for cosmic signals.

via The Conversation|

#electrostatic-discharge #fast-radio-burst #radio-telescope