Japan has announced plans to launch the world’s first wooden satellite, LignoSat, in collaboration with Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry. The satellite is designed to completely burn up on re-entry, avoiding the creation of space debris.
The craft, made from magnolia wood, passed multiple space exposure tests on the International Space Station. Engineers say wood prevents harmful metal particles from polluting Earth’s atmosphere, a growing concern as satellite traffic increases.
This innovation is being tracked closely by South Asian space agencies, particularly in India and Bangladesh, where low-cost and eco-friendly aerospace solutions are gaining importance.
