OPS 1879 DEB (02891)

COSPAR: 1967-071B | Alt Name: OPS 1879 sensor cover

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Launch Details

Launch Date

July 25, 1967

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC2W

Launch Vehicle

Thor SLV-2A Agena D

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

02891

International Designator

1967-071B

Decay Date

8/21/1967

Basic Satellite Info

Name

OPS 1879 DEB

Alternative Name

OPS 1879 sensor cover

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

SAMSO

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

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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.

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Unknown

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Unknown

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Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Unknown

Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

Unknown

Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Unknown

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Unknown

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Unknown

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Unknown

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