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CUPID

Technology Demonstrator · Commercial/University Operator

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CUPID, a technology demonstration CubeSat testing compact imaging or communications hardware for future small-satellite missions.

Its orbit

Orbit
Low Earth Orbitcan appear as a fast-moving star at dawn or dusk
Altitude
298–309 mi (479–497 km)
Inclination
97.4°
One orbit
94.2 minutes15.3 orbits a day
NORAD ID
49264
Int’l designator
2021-088E
Launched
2021

Orbital elements from CelesTrak, as of 22 Sep 2026.

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