A group of data bases for deep-space artificial satellites has been analyzed for orbital element sets exhibiting mean motions within 1.5 rev/day of 2.2 rev/day, eccentricity within 0.3 of 0.73, and inclination within 3 deg of 6.2 deg, as would be expected of Ariane upper stage explosion debris. The rapid growth of objects in these Ariane-type orbits is consistent with the two recorded explosions of Ariane launch vehicle upper stage elements. About 250 objects are currently being tracked.


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    Title :

    Ariane-related debris in deep-space orbit


    Contributors:
    Taff, L. G. (author)

    Publication date :

    1989-01-01


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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