M-3S2 DEB (19843)

COSPAR: 1989-016F | Alt Name: deb KM-D

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

February 21, 1989

Launch Site

KSCUT

Launch Pad

Launch Vehicle

Mu-3S-II

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

19843

International Designator

1989-016F

Decay Date

2/25/1989

Basic Satellite Info

Name

M-3S2 DEB

Alternative Name

deb KM-D

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

ISASM

Country

Japan

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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Payload

Unknown

Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

Unknown

Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Unknown

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