Atomic-6 Space Armor tiles reach orbit, rated for 16,000 mph debris impacts

Atomic-6 has sent its composite Space Armor tiles to orbit for the first time aboard a satellite. The armor is designed to withstand debris impacts at up to 16,000 mph, aiming to improve spacecraft survivability in low Earth orbit.

• Atomic-6's Space Armor made its orbital debut on a satellite
• The tiles are rated to stop debris traveling at 16,000 mph
• That is roughly 25,750 km/h, above typical LEO impact speeds