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ARIANE 44L DEB [SPELDA] (27401)
COSPAR: 2002-015C | Alt Name: Ariane H10-3 V149
DECAYED
Image
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Additional Sources
Launch Details
Launch Date
March 29, 2002
Launch Site
FRGUI
Launch Pad
ELA2
Launch Vehicle
Ariane 44L
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
27401
International Designator
2002-015C
Decay Date
4/12/2017
Basic Satellite Info
Name
ARIANE 44L DEB [SPELDA]
Alternative Name
Ariane H10-3 V149
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
14.1
Diameter
2.6
Span
14.1
Dry Mass
2080
Launch Mass
2260
Shape
Step Cyl
Radar Cross Section
14.6804
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Ariane H10-3 S/N T4109
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
EADSL
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Ariane H10-3/S
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
HM-7B
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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