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THORAD DELTA 1 DEB (08153)
COSPAR: 1974-089T | Alt Name: deb Delta 104
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Launch Details
Launch Date
November 15, 1974
Launch Site
AFWTR
Launch Pad
SLC2W
Launch Vehicle
Delta 2310
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
08153
International Designator
1974-089T
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:57:38 GMT
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Inclination
100.92°
Right Ascension
235.93°
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Argument of Perigee
294.93°
Period
119.08 min
Mean Motion
12.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
THORAD DELTA 1 DEB
Alternative Name
deb Delta 104
Type
Debris
Status
Space Junk
Owner
GSFC
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 08153U 74089T 26200.58169365 -.00000027 00000+0 92690-4 0 9997
2 08153 100.9152 235.9327 0282007 294.9274 221.3558 12.09318458282216
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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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Radar Cross Section
0.0369
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Payload
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Purpose
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Mission
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Manufacturer
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Power System
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Unknown
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Unknown
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