Starlink's satellite network poses significant challenges for radio astronomy, particularly with the construction of the SKA-Low observatory. This international project aims to capture ancient radio signals from the Universe's early stages but faces interference from Starlink satellites. Tests conducted with the EDA2 prototype instrument found over 112,000 signals from 1,506 satellites, far exceeding the intended target signals. The situation raises concerns about the regulation of frequencies allocated for radio astronomy and the need for compliance from satellite operators.
The SKA-Low team built a prototype instrument called EDA2 and ran some tests, finding over 112,000 signals from 1,506 different Starlink satellites, significantly stronger than target signals.
A new multi-billion dollar, multi-year international radio observatory called SKA-Low is being built to capture radio signals sent over 13 billion years ago.
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