TD Satellite Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The TD Satellite bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 1 are in orbit and 1 are active. 2 have reentered. Most are built by KCST. The largest operator on this bus is KCST. The first launched in 2012, the most recent in 2023.
1
In orbit
1
Active
3
Total launched
2
Reentered
TD Satellite launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged TD Satellite satellites.
| Manufacturer | KCST |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth observation |
| Launch mass | 100 kg |
| Dry mass | 100 kg |
| Length | 0.8 m |
| Diameter | 0.6 m |
| Span | 0.8 m |
| Shape | Box |
| Power | 2 deployable fixed solar arrays, solar cells, batteries |
| Design life | 2 years |
| Equipment | 2 cameras |
| Typical orbit | 95 min period, 97° inclination |
Top operators
KCST 1 KP 1 NADA 1
Top countries
KP 3
TD Satellite satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MALLIGYONG-1 Manligyeong-1 F3 | 58400 | 2023-179A | KP | Nov 21, 2023 | 95 min, 97.3° | Active | ◉ |
| KMS 4 Kwangmyongsong-4-ho | 41332 | 2016-009A | NADA | Feb 7, 2016 | 88 min, 97.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
| KMS 3-2 Kwangmyongsong-3-ho 2-hogi | 39026 | 2012-072A | KCST | Dec 12, 2012 | 89 min, 97.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many TD Satellite satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the TD Satellite bus. 1 are in orbit and 2 have reentered.
How many TD Satellite satellites are in orbit?
1 TD Satellite objects are currently in orbit, of which 1 carry an active status.
Who builds the TD Satellite bus?
The TD Satellite bus is most commonly built by KCST.
When did the first TD Satellite satellite launch?
The first cataloged TD Satellite satellite launched in 2012, and the most recent in 2023.