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Mathematical models of the micro-meteoroid environment and the orbital debris environment are presented. Some hyper velocity impact damage models and examples of protection shields are provided. Finally the probability of impact is discussed.
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(2008). Damage to Spacecraft by Meteoroids and Orbital Debris. In: Spacecraft Structures. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-75553-1_24
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