IUS DEB (21642)

COSPAR: 1991-054E | Alt Name: deb IUS SRM-1

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

August 2, 1991

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Space Shuttle

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

21642

International Designator

1991-054E

Decay Date

9/22/1992

Basic Satellite Info

Name

IUS DEB

Alternative Name

deb IUS SRM-1

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

MSFC

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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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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