{"product_id":"nelson-vs-the-kessler-syndrome-9781964016030","title":"Nelson vs. the Kessler Syndrome","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Marco Vargas\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: R. R. Bowker\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: R. R. Bowker\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Science Fiction - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNelson, a 15-year-old with a passion for aerospace engineering, dreams of traveling to the stars. His fascination with space leads him to discover a growing crisis: space debris. Leftover pieces of defunct satellites and rockets orbit Earth at incredible speeds, threatening operational satellites and future exploration. Nelson learns about the catastrophic Kessler Syndrome-a chain reaction of collisions that could render space unusable-and becomes determined to find a solution.\u003cbr\u003eUsing his creativity and technical skills, Nelson designs innovative debris-capturing mechanisms and promotes responsible space practices. However, before his ideas gain momentum, a massive solar flare strikes, triggering the very crisis he feared. Satellites fail, collisions escalate, and Earth feels the consequences: communication systems collapse, GPS and weather forecasting vanish, and the economy spirals into chaos. Space exploration grinds to a halt, and humanity faces the daunting challenge of repairing the damage.\u003cbr\u003eWith courage and determination, Nelson presents his ideas to scientists and engineers at a national innovation conference. His designs inspire a global mission, \"Operation Space Sweep,\" uniting nations to clear the skies and ensure a brighter future. Nelson's story highlights the importance of perseverance, innovation, and collaboration, inspiring young readers to tackle global challenges and protect humanity's shared space environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R. R. Bowker","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45539945611415,"sku":"9781964016030","price":1369.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781964016030.webp?v=1768591805","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/nelson-vs-the-kessler-syndrome-9781964016030","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}