OSCAR 23 DEB (33395)

COSPAR: 1988-033K | Alt Name: NNS O-23 insulation

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 26, 1988

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC5

Launch Vehicle

Scout G-1

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

33395

International Designator

1988-033K

Epoch

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:39:53 GMT

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Inclination

90.33°

Right Ascension

22.71°

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Argument of Perigee

308.95°

Period

108.29 min

Mean Motion

13.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

OSCAR 23 DEB

Alternative Name

NNS O-23 insulation

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

NAVAIR

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 33395U 88033K   26184.81937144  .00000214  00000-0  40653-3 0  9991

2 33395  90.3270  22.7147 0183570 308.9490  70.4842 13.29820993858064

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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

0.0812

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Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

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Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

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Configuration

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Motor

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Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Unknown

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

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