CZ-6A DEB (61286)

COSPAR: 2024-140SX | 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

61286

International Designator

2024-140SX

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:48:09 GMT

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Inclination

88.86°

Right Ascension

261.48°

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Argument of Perigee

125.36°

Period

102.03 min

Mean Motion

14.11 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 61286U 24140SX  26200.61678066  .00001370  00000+0  71263-3 0  9996

2 61286  88.8629 261.4832 0103358 125.3574 235.7324 14.11367877 97365

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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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Unknown

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Motor

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Equipment

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Power System

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