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ARIANE DEB [SPELDA] (24771)
COSPAR: 1997-016D | Alt Name: Spelda 30 S/N UV35
DECAYED
Image
![ARIANE DEB [SPELDA] Satellite Image](/images/sat/deb4.jpg)
Additional Sources
Launch Details
Launch Date
April 16, 1997
Launch Site
FRGUI
Launch Pad
ELA2
Launch Vehicle
Ariane 44LP
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
24771
International Designator
1997-016D
Decay Date
6/19/2000
Basic Satellite Info
Name
ARIANE DEB [SPELDA]
Alternative Name
Spelda 30 S/N UV35
Type
Debris
Status
Space Junk
Owner
AE
Country
France
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
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
Length
2.8
Diameter
4
Span
4
Dry Mass
370
Launch Mass
370
Shape
Cyl + Cone
Radar Cross Section
19.3046
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Spelda 30
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
MMSS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Spelda
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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