SL-12 DEB (23293)

COSPAR: 1985-118Q | Alt Name: deb DM2-11L SOZ-2

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Launch Details

Launch Date

December 24, 1985

Launch Site

Tyuratam Missile and Space Complex

Launch Pad

LC200/39

Launch Vehicle

Proton-K/DM-2

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

23293

International Designator

1985-118Q

Epoch

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:29:56 GMT

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Inclination

65.62°

Right Ascension

9.02°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

187.39°

Period

336.22 min

Mean Motion

4.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

SL-12 DEB

Alternative Name

deb DM2-11L SOZ-2

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

RVSNR

Country

Russia

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 23293U 85118Q   26183.93746479  .00000385  00000-0  20148-2 0  9994

2 23293  65.6220   9.0220 5645404 187.3874 351.5073  4.28288837506332

Source: Celestrak

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.

Physical Characteristics

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Radar Cross Section

0.0517

Visual Magnitude

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Purpose

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Mission

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Manufacturer

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Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Configuration

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Motor

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Equipment

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Power System

Unknown

ADCS

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Transmitter Frequency

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