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COSMOS 1481 DEB (26633)
COSPAR: 1983-070G | Alt Name: deb Kosmos-1481
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 8, 1983
Launch Site
PLMSC
Launch Pad
LC43/3
Launch Vehicle
Molniya 8K78M
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
26633
International Designator
1983-070G
Epoch
Sat, 19 Jan 2002 14:13:18 GMT
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Inclination
66.50°
Right Ascension
219.64°
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Argument of Perigee
146.87°
Period
718.23 min
Mean Motion
2.00 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
COSMOS 1481 DEB
Alternative Name
deb Kosmos-1481
Type
Debris
Status
Space Junk
Owner
GUKOS
Country
Russia
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 26633U 83070G 02018.59257852 +.00001148 +00000-0 +10000-3 0 9990
2 26633 066.5019 219.6367 6996189 146.8748 288.4987 02.00493453008889
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
0.031
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Payload
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Purpose
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Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
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Unknown
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Power System
Unknown
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Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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