Space Brief 8 Jan 2025
Today's highlights include China's launch of Shijian-25 for on-orbit refueling tests, Pentagon's investment in defense technologies, and key military upgrades.
Launch Date
August 25, 1965
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC1
Launch Vehicle
Voskhod 11A57
NORAD ID
01527
International Designator
1965-069E
Decay Date
8/28/1967
Name
SL-3 DEB
Alternative Name
deb Kosmos-79
Type
Status
Owner
TSUKOS
Country
USSR
Constellation
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Related Satellites
Major Events
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Length
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Diameter
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Span
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Dry Mass
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Launch Mass
0
Shape
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Radar Cross Section
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Material Composition
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Payload
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Purpose
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Mission
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Manufacturer
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Life Expectancy
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Bus
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Configuration
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Motor
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Equipment
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Power System
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ADCS
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Transmitter Frequency
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