CZ-6A DEB (60681)

COSPAR: 2024-140CJ | Alt Name: deb CZ-6A Y21

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Launch Details

Launch Date

August 6, 2024

Launch Site

TAISC

Launch Pad

TYSC -

Launch Vehicle

Chang Zheng 6A

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

60681

International Designator

2024-140CJ

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:18:08 GMT

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Inclination

89.00°

Right Ascension

274.52°

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Argument of Perigee

184.69°

Period

103.58 min

Mean Motion

13.90 rev/day

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China satellites Debris

Basic Satellite Info

Name

CZ-6A DEB

Alternative Name

deb CZ-6A Y21

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

CNSA

Country

China

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 60681U 24140CJ  26200.67926558  .00000134  00000+0  84541-4 0  9993

2 60681  88.9952 274.5226 0183428 184.6853 175.2613 13.90239197 98559

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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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Purpose

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Mission

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Manufacturer

SAST

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Configuration

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Motor

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Equipment

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Power System

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ADCS

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