NOVA  The Looming Satellite Gap

Many Earth-observing satellites are nearing the end of their lives. Details

 

Program: NOVA

Episode: The Looming Satellite Gap

We know more about the Earth now than ever before, but that knowledge is in jeopardy as many Earth-observing satellites are nearing the end of their lives.

• Visit the The Looming Satellite Gap webpage

Duration: (1:51)
Premiere Date: 02/28/2013
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: TV-G


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