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OPS 9442 (DSCS 2-12) DEB (59989)
COSPAR: 1978-113E | Alt Name: DSCS II F-12 debris
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 14, 1978
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Titan IIIC
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59989
International Designator
1978-113E
Epoch
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:53:51 GMT
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Inclination
8.11°
Right Ascension
302.19°
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Argument of Perigee
88.15°
Period
1462.56 min
Mean Motion
0.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
OPS 9442 (DSCS 2-12) DEB
Alternative Name
DSCS II F-12 debris
Type
Debris
Status
Space Junk
Owner
SAMSO
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 59989U 78113E 26197.99573623 -.00000179 00000+0 00000+0 0 9995
2 59989 8.1070 302.1944 0170419 88.1523 273.9332 00.98457341 45515
Source: Celestrak
Summary
Space debris, also known as space junk, encompasses all non-functional objects orbiting Earth such as defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and fragments from collisions or disintegrations. Over time, this debris can accumulate and create an increasingly hazardous environment in orbit. Even tiny fragments, traveling at extremely high velocities, can inflict significant damage on operational satellites and spacecraft. If left unmanaged, the density of debris raises the risk of catastrophic collisions and further fragmentation, compounding the problem and threatening the safety and sustainability of space activities.
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Payload
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Purpose
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Mission
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Manufacturer
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Unknown
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