Space Brief 24 Oct 2024
Today's Space Brief highlights SpaceX Crew-8's return, Intelsat-33e satellite breakup, SpaceX's upcoming Starship tests, and notable launches including China's new mega-constellation.
CZ-2F R/B (59592)
COSPAR: 2024-078B | Alt Name: CZ-2F Y18 Stage 2
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Launch Details
Launch Date
April 25, 2024
Launch Site
JSC
Launch Pad
LC43/91
Launch Vehicle
Chang Zheng 2F
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59592
International Designator
2024-078B
Decay Date
5/6/2024
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
CZ-2F R/B
Alternative Name
CZ-2F Y18 Stage 2
Type
Rocket Body
Status
Space Junk
Owner
CALT
Country
China
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
A rocket body, also commonly referred to as an upper stage or spent rocket stage, is the structural shell left behind after a rocket has delivered its payload to orbit. These large and often heavy pieces of space hardware can remain in orbit for years, posing significant collision hazards as part of the growing space debris problem. If left uncontrolled, rocket bodies have the potential to reenter Earth's atmosphere unpredictably, which can lead to falling debris in populated areas. Additionally, they risk colliding with operational satellites or the International Space Station, creating more debris and putting human life at risk.
Physical Characteristics
Length
15.5
Diameter
3.3
Span
15.5
Dry Mass
5500
Launch Mass
5500
Shape
Cyl
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
CZ-2F Stage 2
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
CALT
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
CZ-2F
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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