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The
satellite was launched into a 981 x 1023 km (530 x 552 nmi) orbit,
inclined at 82.9°. The orbit suggests the satellite may be a
Parus spacecraft used for navigation by the Russian Navy. The
classified satellite’s solar panels and radio aerials
successfully deployed and all its systems are reported to be
operating normally.
| Kosmos
2378
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SPACECRAFT
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| Int'l Designation |
2001-023A
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Launched
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| Owner / Sponsor |
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| Mission |
|
| Manufacturer / Model |
|
Parus
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| Launch Mass |
|
| Dimensions, stowed |
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| Mission Orbit |
LEO
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82.9°
|
| Design Life |
|
| Power (EOL) |
|
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LAUNCH
|
| Launch Vehicle
Model |
Kosmos
3M |
| Date / Time (UTC) |
2001
June 8
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FINANCIAL
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| Satellite cost |
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