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Identifier: SMS-1 > Synchronous Meteorological Satellite 1
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SMS-1 Launched: May 1974, Instruments: SEM & VISSR, Dates of operation: 1974 to 1979, Operational status: Decommissioned. This spin-stabilized spacecraft carried a visible infrared spin-scan radiometer, meteorological data collection and relay system, space environment monitor, and a biaxial fluxgate magnetometer. Throughout its 7 year history, it operated at 45, 75 and 92 degrees West.

Record Created: April 10, 2018 2:06 PM UTC by edmjira.inport@noaa.gov
Record Last Modified: April 10, 2018 2:06 PM UTC by edmjira.inport@noaa.gov
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