SL-3 DEB (03117)

COSPAR: 1968-003D | Alt Name: deb Kosmos-199

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

January 16, 1968

Launch Site

PLMSC

Launch Pad

LC41/1

Launch Vehicle

Voskhod 11A57

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

03117

International Designator

1968-003D

Decay Date

2/3/1968

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USSR satellites Debris

Basic Satellite Info

Name

SL-3 DEB

Alternative Name

deb Kosmos-199

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

TSUKOS

Country

USSR

Constellation

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Summary

Space debris, also known as space junk, encompasses all non-functional objects orbiting Earth such as defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and fragments from collisions or disintegrations. Over time, this debris can accumulate and create an increasingly hazardous environment in orbit. Even tiny fragments, traveling at extremely high velocities, can inflict significant damage on operational satellites and spacecraft. If left unmanaged, the density of debris raises the risk of catastrophic collisions and further fragmentation, compounding the problem and threatening the safety and sustainability of space activities.

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Purpose

Unknown

Mission

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Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Unknown

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Unknown

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Unknown

Power System

Unknown

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