Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

About Orbital Reclamation

1) What does Orbital Reclamation do?

Orbital Reclamation is a space infrastructure company focused on the responsible end-of-life management of retired geostationary satellites. Our work may include inspection, characterization, stabilization, and compliant disposal, and in some cases selective reuse of components, where safe and lawful.

2) What problem are you solving?

Space assets are often treated as disposable. Once a satellite is retired, it can remain in orbit indefinitely. Even when non-operational, these objects can contribute to long-term orbital risk and represent stranded physical infrastructure. We support solutions that reduce long-tail risk while enabling responsible stewardship of orbital environments.

3) Are you trying to “revive” old satellites to provide communications services?

No. Our work is focused on end-of-life outcomes and risk reduction. We do not plan to restore retired satellites to commercial telecommunications service unless explicitly authorized and appropriately approved.

Safety, Governance, and Legality

4) Do you “salvage” satellites without permission?

No. Orbital Reclamation operates only through voluntary arrangements with satellite owners (or authorized representatives) and under applicable regulatory approvals. We do not conduct unauthorized interference with operational spacecraft.

5) How do you ensure you don’t create debris?

Our operating posture is conservative:

• We begin with standoff inspection before any physical interaction.
• We prioritize reversible actions with clear abort paths.
• We avoid debris-generating activities, especially in early mission phases.

Reducing orbital risk is a core requirement of our mission design.

6) Do you interfere with active satellites or active services?

No. We do not interfere with active services or operational spacecraft. We focus on retired assets and design operations to avoid disruption.

7) Who regulates this kind of activity?

Space operations are subject to national and international frameworks. Specific approvals depend on mission details and jurisdiction. Our approach is to operate only with appropriate authorization and required regulatory approvals.

Technology and Operations (High-Level)

8) How can a “small spacecraft” work with a much larger retired satellite?

We use a conservative, staged approach. Typically:

1. Standoff inspection and motion characterization
2. Mapping and modeling to identify safe interaction zones
3. Controlled stabilization where appropriate

We do not publish operational parameters on the public website.

9) What is a “graveyard orbit”?

A graveyard orbit is a region above geostationary orbit where retired GEO satellites may be moved at end-of-life to reduce interference with active GEO operations.

10) What does “stabilization” mean?

Stabilization refers to controlled actions intended to make a retired satellite more predictable and safer to monitor or manage—such as reducing undesired rotation or enabling improved characterization—using conservative, reversible methods.

Environmental and Public Interest Questions

11) Is this “space cleanup”?

Orbital Reclamation contributes to orbital sustainability by supporting responsible end-of-life management. Some missions may reduce long-term debris risk. We approach cleanup as an engineering and governance problem: conservative operations, lawful authority, and measurable risk reduction.

12) Is there a benefit beyond debris reduction?

Yes. Responsible end-of-life practices support:

• Orbital safety and sustainability
• Reduced long-term operational risk
• More efficient use of space infrastructure over time

Where safe and lawful, selective reuse can reduce the need to launch replacement mass from Earth.

Working With Orbital Reclamation

13) I represent a satellite owner. What does engagement look like?

We typically begin with a confidential discussion and a preliminary assessment. Engagements may take the form of:

• Custodial transfer / operational assumption
• Conditional assignment
• End-of-life management services

All engagements are structured to align with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

14) I am a regulator or policymaker. How can we engage?

We welcome engagement focused on responsible pathways for end-of-life management and sustainability. Please contact us through government@orbitalreclamation.space or the contact form.

15) I am a partner or supplier. What partnerships are you interested in?

We engage with mission partners and suppliers in areas such as:

• Spacecraft systems and avionics
• Guidance, navigation, and control
• On-orbit inspection systems
• Safety engineering and mission assurance
• Insurance and risk frameworks

Please contact partners@orbitalreclamation.space.

Media and Communications

16) Do you share detailed mission plans publicly?

No. For safety and security reasons, we do not publish operational details, proximity operation parameters, or sensitive procedures on the public website.

17) How should media contact you?

Please email press@orbitalreclamation.space. For accuracy and safety, only designated spokespeople provide on-the-record statements.

Contact

General inquiries: contact@orbitalreclamation.space
Satellite owners: owners@orbitalreclamation.space
Government & regulators: government@orbitalreclamation.space
Press: press@orbitalreclamation.space
Security: security@orbitalreclamation.space