Nelson vs. the Kessler Syndrome

by Vargas, Marco
ISBN: 9781964016030
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Overview

Nelson, a 15-year-old with a passion for aerospace engineering, dreams of traveling to the stars. His fascination with space leads him to discover a growing crisis: space debris. Leftover pieces of defunct satellites and rockets orbit Earth at incredible speeds, threatening operational satellites and future exploration. Nelson learns about the catastrophic Kessler Syndrome-a chain reaction of collisions that could render space unusable-and becomes determined to find a solution.
Using his creativity and technical skills, Nelson designs innovative debris-capturing mechanisms and promotes responsible space practices. However, before his ideas gain momentum, a massive solar flare strikes, triggering the very crisis he feared. Satellites fail, collisions escalate, and Earth feels the consequences: communication systems collapse, GPS and weather forecasting vanish, and the economy spirals into chaos. Space exploration grinds to a halt, and humanity faces the daunting challenge of repairing the damage.
With courage and determination, Nelson presents his ideas to scientists and engineers at a national innovation conference. His designs inspire a global mission, "Operation Space Sweep," uniting nations to clear the skies and ensure a brighter future. Nelson's story highlights the importance of perseverance, innovation, and collaboration, inspiring young readers to tackle global challenges and protect humanity's shared space environment.
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Vargas, Marco
  • ISBN: 9781964016030
  • Condition: New
  • Dimensions: 8.50 x 0.10
  • Number Of Pages: 38
  • Publication Year: 2025
Language: English