Space Brief 21 Aug 2025
Today's brief covers the launch of the X-37B, cutting-edge quantum navigation systems, and the future of space-based military technology. Discover the role of SpaceX and the advancements in inertial navigation.
Launch Date
November 16, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39B
Launch Vehicle
SLS Block 1
NORAD ID
54257
International Designator
2022-156A
Decay Date
12/11/2022
Name
ORION
Alternative Name
Artemis I
Type
Status
Owner
JSC
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Length
3.5
Diameter
5
Span
5
Dry Mass
9400
Launch Mass
10387
Shape
Cone
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Payload
Orion CM 002
Purpose
Crewed spacecraft
Mission
Crewed spacecraft
Manufacturer
LMKSC
Life Expectancy
180 days
Bus
Orion
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
OME (AJ10-190), 8 x R-4D-11-300
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
4 deployable solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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