Here is what the page “How military and civil satellites track fireballs to protect Earth from space rocks” contains. Satellites operated by both military and civil organizations are now routinely detecting and tracking fireballs—bright meteors—as they streak through Earth's atmosphere. These observations are strengthening planetary defense capabilities and deepening scientific understanding of how space rocks and These observations are strengthening planetary defense capabilities and deepening scientific understanding of how space rocks and debris interact with our planet.
By capturing data on entry angles, speeds, and breakup altitudes, satellite sensors provide a global monitoring network that complements ground-based cameras and radar. This helps researchers refine models of atmospheric entry and assess potential risks from larger objects. government's space-based infrared systems, originally designed for missile warning, have proven valuable for spotting bolides, while civilian satellites contribute visible-light and multispectral imagery. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.