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The
US$200 million 1232kg (2716 lbm) DSCS phase 3 satellite was built
by Lockheed Martin Space Systems. The satellite system is used for
high priority communications and to transmit space operations and
early warning data to various systems and users. Each  satellite
utilizes six ultra high frequency transponder channels capable of
providing worldwide secure voice and high rate data
communications. Each satellite also carries a single channel
transponder used to disseminate emergency action and force
direction messages to nuclear capable forces.
DSCS
3 B6
Defense
Satellite
Communications
Satellite
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SPACECRAFT
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| Int'l Designation |
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Scheduled
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| Owner / Sponsor |
U.S.
Air Force
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| Mission |
Communication
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| Manufacturer / Model |
Lockheed
Martin Missiles & Space
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| Launch Mass |
1232
kg (2716lbm)
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| Dimensions, stowed |
1.8
m x 1.8 m x 2.1 m (5 x 6 x 7 ft)
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| Mission Orbit |
GSO
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°
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| Design Life |
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| Power (EOL) |
1.5
kW
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LAUNCH
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| Launch Vehicle
Model |
Delta
4 |
| Date / Time (UTC) |
October
2002
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FINANCIAL
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| Satellite cost |
US$200
million
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