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ALE-DOM (53314)
COSPAR: 2019-003K | Alt Name: ALE DOM
DECAYED
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 18, 2019
Launch Site
KSCUT
Launch Pad
EP
Launch Vehicle
Epsilon
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53314
International Designator
2019-003K
Decay Date
8/3/2022
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
ALE-DOM
Alternative Name
ALE DOM
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
ALE
Country
Japan
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
The ALE-DOM satellite, also known as ALE DOM, was launched on January 18, 2019, from KSCUT (EP) using the Epsilon launch vehicle. The satellite is owned by ALE and has a configuration in the form of a sail with dimensions of 0.1 meters in length and 1.5 meters in diameter and span. Its dry mass and launch mass are both recorded as 1 kilogram. Launched under the name ALE-DOM, it was stabilized by July 26, 2022, and carries a payload designated as an ALE Drag sail. The satellite's purpose is not specified, nor does it provide details on its power source or additional equipment.
Physical Characteristics
Length
0.1
Diameter
1.5
Span
1.5
Dry Mass
1
Launch Mass
1
Shape
Sail
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
ALE Drag sail
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
ALE
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
ALE
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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