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USA 463 (62532)
COSPAR: N/A | Alt Name: USA 463
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62532
International Designator
N/A
Decay Date
Unknown
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
USA 463
Alternative Name
USA 463
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
NROC
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Summary
USA 463, also known by its alternative name USA 463, is a satellite operated by NROC and manufactured by SPXS. It was launched on January 10, 2025, from AFWTR using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle at SLC4E. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters, with a dry mass of 750 kilograms and a launch mass of 800 kilograms. Its configuration includes a box shape with a pan design. The payload on board is designated as Starshield 6-01.
Physical Characteristics
Length
0.3
Diameter
4.1
Span
29
Dry Mass
750
Launch Mass
800
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starshield 6-01
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starshield
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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