MUMBAI, India, Aug. 24 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202511011017 A) filed by Amity International School on February 10, 2025, for Space Debris Removal Apparatus And Method Thereof.
Inventors include Leelansh Goyal; Inesh Gupta; Divya Bhatia; and Alka Saxena.
The application for the patent was published on August 21, 2026, under issue no. 34/2026.
Abstract: The present invention provides a space debris removal apparatus for deorbiting space debris and to prevent catastrophic collisions in orbit thereby contributes to the long-term sustainability of outer space activities. The space debris removal apparatus includes more than one tugboat and a reusable rocket. The present method involves launching four dedicated tugboats that will establish a permanent presence in orbit. These tugboats will actively seek out and collect space debris, providing timely reports on their findings. Once a tugboat verifies the presence of debris, a reusable rocket will be launched to retrieve it. This rocket will transport the collected materials to a refinery for processing. This proactive approach not only helps maintain a cleaner and safer space environment but also supports sustainable practices in space exploration and satellite operations. Accompanied Drawing [Figure 1]
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