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TK-2

Chinese Technology Demonstrator · Chinese Commercial Operator

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TK-2, a Chinese technology demonstration satellite testing compact imaging and communications hardware for future small-satellite missions.

Its orbit

Orbit
Low Earth Orbitcan appear as a fast-moving star at dawn or dusk
Altitude
340–354 mi (548–570 km)
Inclination
97.8°
One orbit
95.7 minutes15.0 orbits a day
NORAD ID
52150
Int’l designator
2022-031A
Launched
2022

Orbital elements from CelesTrak, as of 22 Sep 2026.

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