ARIANE 2 DEB (27626)

COSPAR: 1988-098J | Alt Name: deb Ariane V26

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 28, 1988

Launch Site

FRGUI

Launch Pad

ELA1

Launch Vehicle

Ariane 2

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

27626

International Designator

1988-098J

Epoch

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:58:00 GMT

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Inclination

4.30°

Right Ascension

341.68°

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Argument of Perigee

71.21°

Period

521.49 min

Mean Motion

2.76 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

ARIANE 2 DEB

Alternative Name

deb Ariane V26

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

Country

France

Constellation

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Latest TLEs

1 27626U 88098J   26184.54027935 -.00000055  00000-0  00000-0 0  9993

2 27626   4.3021 341.6754 6410502  71.2149 320.4915  2.76134188267781

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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

0.4481

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Mission

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Manufacturer

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Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Configuration

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Motor

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Equipment

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Power System

Unknown

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