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DMSP 5D-2 F14 DEB (63154)
COSPAR: 1997-012U | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
63154
International Designator
1997-012U
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:14 GMT
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Inclination
98.77°
Right Ascension
255.96°
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Argument of Perigee
320.24°
Period
100.90 min
Mean Motion
14.27 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
DMSP 5D-2 F14 DEB
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Debris
Status
Space Junk
Owner
AFSMC
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 63154U 97012U 26200.37516844 .00001300 00000+0 54773-3 0 9998
2 63154 98.7689 255.9576 0033022 320.2373 39.6388 14.27181201 73731
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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Manufacturer
LMTEW
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