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COSMOS 1188 DEB (26676)
COSPAR: 1980-050F | Alt Name: deb Kosmos-1188
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 14, 1980
Launch Site
PLMSC
Launch Pad
LC43/3
Launch Vehicle
Molniya 8K78M
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
26676
International Designator
1980-050F
Epoch
Sat, 13 Feb 2021 07:23:52 GMT
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Inclination
69.08°
Right Ascension
196.30°
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Argument of Perigee
286.93°
Period
743.68 min
Mean Motion
1.94 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
COSMOS 1188 DEB
Alternative Name
deb Kosmos-1188
Type
Debris
Status
Space Junk
Owner
PVO
Country
Russia
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 26676U 80050F 21043.30825142 -.00000134 00000-0 00000+0 0 9993
2 26676 69.0764 196.3043 5744523 286.9318 19.9702 1.93630522168301
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
0.207
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Payload
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Purpose
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Mission
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Manufacturer
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Power System
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Unknown
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