Comments on: Will satellites or telescopes be able to watch the navy missile strike the spy satellite?

By: nuscorpii223

nuscorpii223 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:20:59 +0000

Hubble will not be able to watch the attack upon the crippled spy satellite, but the U.S military has had telescopes for decades that can observe satellites and other objects in space. Moreover, there has been programs to develop anti-ballistic missiles and live tests have been conducted over the Pacific ocean. Telescopes have been able to follow both the interceptor and the target vehicle until they collided and destroyed each other. If they shoot the satellite down while over territory where a space surveillance telescope can observe the attack, we will probably see footage on the evening news. Successful destruction of this crippled spy satellite would demonstrate not only to the American public but to potential adversaries as well that the U.S. can destroy a satellite in space in wartime. As a bonus, the debris will re-enter the atmosphere in a matter of weeks and will pose no threat to other satellites, the Space Shuttle or the International Space Station.
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By: cyswxman

cyswxman — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:44:59 +0000

They *might* be able to film the impact, if it occurs during the night, otherwise only radar tracking would likely be able to note the event. Hubble is pointing outward and would not be utilized for such a purpose, as it would be very difficult.
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By: Jagneaux J

Jagneaux J — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:06:59 +0000

that is gonna be so awesome!! (makes cool space-crash sound effects)
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By: remowlms

remowlms — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:52:59 +0000

The Hubble could not focus on something that close. The Navy will have tracking systems with camera’s attached – all you will be likely to see is a propellant trail and a flash when the missile’s warhead goes off.
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