Re: Project Orion to be tested in 2003(?!)
Hi, Vince.
I hope I found what you're looking for.
From Space Views, Aug. 20, 2000:
NASA plans to test a laser system in 2003 that may help clear low-Earth orbit of debris that could pose a risk to the shuttle and space station.
New Scientist magazine reported in its current issue that a shuttle flight in 2003 will test Project Orion, a groundbased laser system that would act as a "broom", sweeping out small debris from orbit.
http://www.spaceviews.com/2000/08/20a.html
Interesting topic. You think ISS (and descendants) will have its very own laser broom system onboard someday? I hope so.
Marcia