Scientist develops model to detect nuclear weapons in space

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A scientist has developed a model to detect nuclear weapons in space, addressing verification challenges for the Outer Space Treaty. The model suggests that nuclear weapons in orbit would emit a detectable neutron signal due to interactions with Earth's magnetic field, which could be identified by inspector satellites. This theoretical breakthrough, published in Nature, aims to inform policy and future research, though practical feasibility requires further engineering studies.


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