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Vela I-B

retired

Launched 10/17/1963

Technical Specifications

Verified technical details

Dry Mass: 115 kg
Total Mass: 207 kg
Power: Unknown
Design Life: Unknown

Stakeholders

Operator

U.S. Space Systems Command

Manufacturer

Northrop Grumman

Launch Mission

Vela 1A/1B

10/17/1963