SL-6 DEB (00376)

COSPAR: 1962-040D | Alt Name: deb Sputnik

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

August 25, 1962

Launch Site

Tyuratam Missile and Space Complex

Launch Pad

LC1

Launch Vehicle

Molniya 8K78

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

00376

International Designator

1962-040D

Decay Date

9/5/1962

Basic Satellite Info

Name

SL-6 DEB

Alternative Name

deb Sputnik

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

OKB1

Country

USSR

Constellation

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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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Technical Details

Payload

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Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

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Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Configuration

Unknown

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