What is BS EN 16604-10 - Space debris mitigation requirements about ?
BS EN 16604-10 defines the primary space debris mitigation requirements applicable to all elements of systems launched into or passing through, near-Earth space, including launch vehicle orbital stages, operating spacecraft, and any objects released as part of normal operations or disposal actions.
The requirements contained in BS EN 16604-10 are intended to reduce the growth of space debris by ensuring that spacecraft and launch vehicle orbital stages are designed, operated, and disposed of in a manner that prevents them from generating debris throughout their orbital lifetime.
BS EN 16604-10 is the top-level standard in a family of standards addressing debris mitigation. It will be the main interface for the user, bridging between the primary debris mitigation requirements and the lower-level implementation standards that will ensure compliance.Note: BS EN 16604-10 does not cover launch phase safety for which specific rules are defined elsewhere.
Who is BS EN 16604-10 - Space debris mitigation requirements for ?
BS EN 16604-10 on space debris mitigation requirements is useful for:
- Space systems and operations
- Aerospace and defence industries
Why should you use BS EN 16604-10 - Space debris mitigation requirements ?
Space debris consists of discarded launch vehicles or parts of a spacecraft that float around in space hundreds of miles above the Earth, risking collision with satellites or a space station.
Guidelines provided in BS EN 16604-10 helps in designing the launch vehicle and its operation in the proper way so that it avoids generating debris.