This is a BUMPER finite element model of the International Space Station. Critical items are colored to represent predicted probability of collision with 1 cm diameter and larger debris. Red represents the highest predicted probability of impact and blue the lowest.

• Statement of Task
• Committee Roster

  

• Protecting the Space Station from Meteoroids and Orbital Debris The report is now available on-line. The full report is shown in Book Object format, and is best viewed by a browser capable of viewing tables. The report available for purchase from National Academy Press. (1-800-624-6242)
• Press Release

In 1995, the NRC published a similar report Orbital Debris - A Technical Assessment

Questions? Comments? Send email to George M. Levin, Director, Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board.