In response to recent articles regarding cubesats and space debris [“Cubesat Boom, Unheeded Debris Rules Fueling Dangerous Orbital Congestion,” Oct. 6, page 1, and “Debris Cloud Gathers Over Cubesat Party,” Editorial, Oct. 13, page 18], I would like to offer some input from a stakeholder in the cubesat community in order to provide balance and continue this important discussion on the sustainable use of the space environment.

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