Space Debris Tracking System
Create a real-time space debris tracking and collision prediction system for satellite operators.
Problem Statement
Develop a system to track and predict space debris trajectories:
1. Data Sources
- Two-Line Element (TLE) sets from Space-Track.org
- Radar observations
- Telescope tracking data
- 30,000+ tracked objects
2. Core Features
- Real-time position calculation
- Orbital propagation (SGP4/SDP4)
- Collision probability assessment
- Alert system for close approaches
3. Visualization
- 3D Earth orbit display
- Debris density heat maps
- Conjunction warnings
- Historical pass predictions
4. Performance Targets
- Update rate: 1 minute
- Prediction accuracy: <1km at 24 hours
- Alert threshold: <5km proximity
- Support 1000+ simultaneous users
5. User Interface
- Satellite operator dashboard
- Mobile app for alerts
- API for third-party integration
- Historical event playback
Deliverables:
- Web application
- Mobile app
- API documentation
- User guide