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Scientist Transforms Infrasound Tech for Space Defense

5/4/2025

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Sandia Labs scientist Elizabeth Silber is revolutionizing planetary defense by repurposing infrasound technology, initially designed for nuclear test detection. Her innovative model, BIBEX-M, enhances tracking of space debris and meteors by analyzing atmospheric entry angles, paving the way for precise impact predictions and improved global monitoring of dangerous space materials.

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Sandia Labs scientist Elizabeth Silber is revolutionizing planetary defense by repurposing infrasound technology, initially designed for nuclear test detection. Her innovative model, BIBEX-M, enhances tracking of space debris and meteors by analyzing atmospheric entry angles, paving the way for precise impact predictions and improved global monitoring of dangerous space materials.