How Space Junk Could Crash the Global Economy | Andrea Antonello | TEDxLondonBusinessSchool
A single piece of debris—no bigger than a marble—could disrupt satellites, threaten global infrastructure, and spark a cascading crisis in orbit. With striking visuals and grounded urgency, this talk challenges us to take collective responsibility for protecting the future of space. Andrea Antonello is Head of Robotics at ClearSpace Today, leading the development of advanced robotic systems for sustainable space on-orbiting servicing. With 15+ years of experience in robotics, Andrea has worked in both academia and industry, driving innovation in automation and space systems.
With a background in Aerospace Engineering (BSc, MSc, PhD) and an MBA from the University of Iowa, Andrea has contributed to cutting-edge robotics research and development. Previously, as Engineering Manager at Automata, Andrea led a team transforming automation in life sciences. Now focused on space robotics, Andrea is passionate about developing innovative solutions for a more sustainable future beyond Earth. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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