Starlink Satellites Emit 32 Times More Radio Waves, Disrupting Astronomy

The second generation of SpaceX's Starlink satellites is causing severe interference with radio astronomy, emitting significantly higher levels of unintended electromagnetic radiation.

New study reveals that second-generation Starlink satellites emit 32 times more radio waves than their predecessors.
The unintended electromagnetic radiation (UEMR) from these satellites is 10 million times brighter than the faintest astronomical objects observed by LOFAR.
Astronomers warn that the increasing number of satellites could make ground-based astronomical observations nearly impossible.
Despite previous attempts to mitigate interference, the problem has worsened with the launch of newer satellites since early 2023.
Calls for stricter regulations and collaboration with satellite companies are growing to protect the future of radio astronomy.