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Ultra-Black Paint to Protect Night Sky from Satellite Pollution

Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Daily Galaxy

A new ultra-black coating called Vantablack 310 is set to be tested on a satellite in 2026 to reduce light pollution from satellites and protect astronomical observations, addressing concerns over the increasing number of satellites in low Earth orbit and their impact on space research and the night sky.

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Vantablack Coating on Satellites to Combat Light Pollution

Originally Published 7 months ago — by Space

A new super-black, durable paint called Vantablack 310 is being developed to coat satellites, significantly reducing their reflectivity and helping to combat light pollution that hampers astronomical observations, especially with the rise of low-Earth-orbit megaconstellations like Starlink.

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