ARIANE 44LP DEB (45855)

COSPAR: 1991-015R | Alt Name: deb Ariane V42 *

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 2, 1991

Launch Site

FRGUI

Launch Pad

ELA2

Launch Vehicle

Ariane 44LP

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

45855

International Designator

1991-015R

Epoch

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:37:12 GMT

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Inclination

6.08°

Right Ascension

283.74°

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Argument of Perigee

180.60°

Period

109.77 min

Mean Motion

13.12 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

ARIANE 44LP DEB

Alternative Name

deb Ariane V42 *

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

Country

France

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Latest TLEs

1 45855U 91015R   25209.40084233  .00166986 -15098-4  19867-2 0  9992

2 45855   6.0773 283.7376 1271595 180.6023 179.2435 13.11799512692577

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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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