COSMOS 601 DEB (06897)

COSPAR: 1973-075M | Alt Name: deb Kosmos-601

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 16, 1973

Launch Site

PLMSC

Launch Pad

LC133/3

Launch Vehicle

Kosmos 11K63

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

06897

International Designator

1973-075M

Decay Date

1/20/1974

Basic Satellite Info

Name

COSMOS 601 DEB

Alternative Name

deb Kosmos-601

Type

Debris

Status

Space Junk

Owner

PVO

Country

USSR

Constellation

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Major Events

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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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Payload

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Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

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Life Expectancy

Unknown

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Unknown

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Unknown

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