Real-Time Contrail Monitoring and Mitigation Using CubeSat Constellations

Real-Time Contrail Monitoring and Mitigation Using CubeSat Constellations

Contrails, or condensation trails, left by aircraft, significantly contribute to global warming by trapping heat in the Earth’s atmosphere. Despite their critical role in climate dynamics, the environmental impact of contrails remains underexplored. This research addresses this gap by focusing on th...

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Main Authors: Nishanth Pushparaj, Luis Cormier, Chantal Cappelletti, Vilius Portapas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-12-01
Series:Atmosphere
Subjects:
CubeSats
contrails
constellations
environmental impact
LEO
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4433/15/12/1543
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