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Deploy Tethers Cut Deorbit space : space science and technology
A deployable space tether can cut de-orbit fuel consumption by up to 70%, making satellite disposal far cheaper. By unfurling a thin, drag-inducing cable at perigee, operators replace bulky thrusters with a passive, low-mass system that still meets regulatory decay timelines. Deployable Space Tethers: What They Are In my experience,