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FLOCK 4X-9 (51047)
COSPAR: 2022-002BR | Alt Name: Flock 4x-9
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 13, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51047
International Designator
2022-002BR
Decay Date
10/20/2024
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
FLOCK 4X-9
Alternative Name
Flock 4x-9
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
PLAN
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
FLOCK 4X-9 is a CubeSat (3U) satellite operated by PLAN from the United States. It was launched on January 13, 2022, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length and diameter and has a span of 0.3 meters. Its dry mass is 5.7 kilograms, the same as its launch mass. Equipped with PS0, PS1 or PS2 imaging payload, FLOCK 4X-9 serves technology purposes and utilizes solar cells and batteries for power. The mission's expected lifetime varies from approximately one year in ISS orbit to two to three years in SSO (Sun-Synchronous Orbit).
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 248c
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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