SL-8 DEB (29286)

COSPAR: 1981-120Q | Alt Name: deb S3M

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Launch Details

Launch Date

December 17, 1981

Launch Site

PLMSC

Launch Pad

LC132/2

Launch Vehicle

Kosmos 11K65M

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

29286

International Designator

1981-120Q

Epoch

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:19:08 GMT

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Inclination

82.98°

Right Ascension

79.07°

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Argument of Perigee

62.84°

Period

119.40 min

Mean Motion

12.06 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

SL-8 DEB

Alternative Name

deb S3M

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

RVSN

Country

Russia

Constellation

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Latest TLEs

1 29286U 81120Q   26183.97162865 -.00000022  00000-0 -36386-3 0  9998

2 29286  82.9770  79.0740 0002989  62.8356 319.0920 12.06046631589518

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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

0.0091

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Purpose

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Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

OAZ

Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Unknown

Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Unknown

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

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