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ARIANE DEB [MINI-SPELDA] (25518)
COSPAR: 1998-063D | Alt Name: Spelda 40 S/N UV38
DECAYED
Image
![ARIANE DEB [MINI-SPELDA] Satellite Image](/images/sat/deb3.jpg)
Additional Sources
Launch Details
Launch Date
October 28, 1998
Launch Site
FRGUI
Launch Pad
ELA2
Launch Vehicle
Ariane 44L
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
25518
International Designator
1998-063D
Decay Date
9/6/1999
Basic Satellite Info
Name
ARIANE DEB [MINI-SPELDA]
Alternative Name
Spelda 40 S/N UV38
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
3.1
Diameter
4
Span
4
Dry Mass
400
Launch Mass
400
Shape
Cyl + Cone
Radar Cross Section
20.8771
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Spelda 40
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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