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MARSCOM (29662)
COSPAR: 2006-055D | Alt Name: NMARS
DECAYED
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 10, 2006
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39B
Launch Vehicle
Space Shuttle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
29662
International Designator
2006-055D
Decay Date
5/6/2007
Basic Satellite Info
Name
MARSCOM
Alternative Name
NMARS
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
USNA
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
MARSCOM (also known as NMARS) is an experimental satellite launched on December 10, 2006, from Launch Complex 39B at the Kennedy Space Center using a Space Shuttle launch vehicle. The satellite measures 5 inches in cube configuration with a span of 1.3 meters and has a dry mass of 3 kg. It was manufactured by USNA for experimental purposes and is owned by the same entity. MARSCOM's power supply includes solar cells and batteries, while its shape consists of a cube with an antenna. The satellite was stabilized on December 21, 2006, shortly after launch.
Physical Characteristics
Length
0.1
Diameter
0.1
Span
1.3
Dry Mass
3
Launch Mass
3
Shape
Cube + Ant
Radar Cross Section
0.0865
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
MARScom
Purpose
Experimental
Mission
Experimental
Manufacturer
USNA
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Unknown
Configuration
5" cube
Motor
?
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Solar cells, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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