CZ-4C DEB (43281)

COSPAR: 2018-034G | Alt Name: Yaogan 31 adapter

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 10, 2018

Launch Site

JSC

Launch Pad

LC603

Launch Vehicle

Chang Zheng 4C

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

43281

International Designator

2018-034G

Epoch

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:50:29 GMT

Apogee

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Inclination

63.40°

Right Ascension

60.38°

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Argument of Perigee

7.81°

Period

107.08 min

Mean Motion

13.45 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

CZ-4C DEB

Alternative Name

Yaogan 31 adapter

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

CNSA

Country

China

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 43281U 18034G   26185.07672890 -.00000004  00000-0  11795-3 0  9996

2 43281  63.3968  60.3787 0273375   7.8146 352.7009 13.44737989339948

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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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Purpose

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Mission

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Manufacturer

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Life Expectancy

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Bus

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Configuration

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Motor

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Equipment

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Power System

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ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

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