Explorer 36 (GEOS-B)
Explorer 36 (GEOS-B or GEOS II) was a dedicated geodetic mission and the second National Geodetic Satellite Program Explorer. NASA records describe its C-band transponder, optical and laser tracking reflectors, and continuation of precise Earth-geodesy investigations.
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Identity
- Aliases
- Explorer XXXVIExplorer 36GEOS-BGEOS IIGeodetic Earth Orbiting Satellite B1968-002A
- Name
- Explorer 36 (GEOS-B)
- Status
- completed
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- Description
- Explorer 36 (GEOS-B or GEOS II) was a dedicated geodetic mission and the second National Geodetic Satellite Program Explorer. NASA records describe its C-band transponder, optical and laser tracking reflectors, and continuation of precise Earth-geodesy investigations.
- Destination
- Near-circular, retrograde low Earth orbit at approximately 1,100–1,600 km altitude (105.8° inclination; 112-minute period)
- Programs
- Start Date
- 1968-01-11
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- Creation Time
- August 14, 2026 at 20:39:54 UTC
- Updated Time
- August 21, 2026 at 11:43:44 UTC
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