THOR ALTAIR DEB [YO] (01581)

COSPAR: 1965-072B | Alt Name: deb DAPP

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 10, 1965

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

4300B6

Launch Vehicle

Thor Burner 1

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

01581

International Designator

1965-072B

Decay Date

2/25/1967

Basic Satellite Info

Name

THOR ALTAIR DEB [YO]

Alternative Name

deb DAPP

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

AFSSD

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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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

Unknown

Manufacturer

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Unknown

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Unknown

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