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FLOCK 4V-10 (46296)
COSPAR: 2020-061AA | Alt Name: Flock 4v-10
DECAYED
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
46296
International Designator
2020-061AA
Decay Date
9/9/2024
Basic Satellite Info
Name
FLOCK 4V-10
Alternative Name
Flock 4v-10
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
PLAN
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
FLOCK 4V-10, also known as Flock 4v-10, is a CubeSat (3U) satellite manufactured by PLAN and owned by the same entity. It was launched on September 3, 2020, from the FRGUI site using ZLV launch pad with Vega as the launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length and has a diameter of 0.1 meters with a span of 0.3 meters. Its dry mass is 5.7 kg, which is the same as its launch mass. Equipped with PS0, PS1 or PS2 imaging payload and solar cells for power, FLOCK 4V-10's primary purpose is technology demonstration. It operates in a configuration that includes box+2 pan shape without any motor (most) except for FEEP (#Flock-3p'). The satellite has a lifespan of approximately one year when operated at the ISS orbit and two to three years if operated in SSO.
Physical Characteristics
Length
0.3
Diameter
0.1
Span
0.3
Dry Mass
5.7
Launch Mass
5.7
Shape
Box+2 pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Dove 2254
Purpose
Technology
Mission
Technology
Manufacturer
PLAN
Life Expectancy
~ 1 year (ISS orbit); 2-3 years (SSO)
Bus
Cubesat 3U
Configuration
CubeSat (3U)
Motor
None (most); FEEP (#Flock-3p')
Equipment
PS0, PS1 or PS2 imaging payload
Power System
Solar cells, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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