SL-14 DEB (10546)

COSPAR: 1977-123C | Alt Name: deb Kosmos-972

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

December 27, 1977

Launch Site

PLMSC

Launch Pad

LC32/2

Launch Vehicle

Tsiklon-3

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

10546

International Designator

1977-123C

Decay Date

12/31/1977

Basic Satellite Info

Name

SL-14 DEB

Alternative Name

deb Kosmos-972

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

GUKOSR

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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Payload

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Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

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