SATCON2 Astrophotography Survey

This survey is designed to collect information about the attitudes of astrophotographers toward large satellite constellations ('megaconstellations'), projects intending to launch tens of thousands of new objects into Earth orbit in the coming decade. The information collected will inform the work of the Satellite Constellations 2 (SATCON2) Workshop's Community Engagement Working Group. To learn more about participating in SATCON2, please visit https://aas.org/satellite-constellations-2-workshop.
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In which country do you make most of your astrophotographs?
What is the nature of your astrophotography work? (check all that apply) *
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What kinds of astrophotography do you engage in? (check all that apply) *
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How significant are the impacts of artificial objects, including satellites and space debris, to your astrophotography currently? *
What types of your astrophotos are most affected by artificial objects? (check all that apply) *
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Compared to five years ago, are those impacts more or less? *
If you answered "More" to the previous question, can you estimate the fraction? (e.g., 10%, 20%, 50%, etc.)
What sort of burden is imposed by removal of moving object effects in the post processing of your images? *
Prior to the first SpaceX Starlink launch in May 2019 there were about 4,000 functional objects such as satellites orbiting the Earth. SpaceX has already launched about 1,800 satellites. The total number of new objects launched in this decade may reach up to 100,000. Do you think there is a ‘break point’ at which the number of objects orbiting the Earth will irreparably harm your astrophotography? *
If yes, would you care to venture a guess as to the size of that number?
Please provide any comments/suggestions you have regarding large satellite constellations, including additional information you would like to receive, ideas for mitigating effects, etc.
If you are willing to contribute additional thoughts/information to this project, please provide your e-mail address. This information is not required, and will not be shared outside of this study.
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