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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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Explorer XXXVIExplorer 36GEOS-BGEOS IIGeodetic Earth Orbiting Satellite B1968-002A
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Explorer 36 (GEOS-B)
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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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Earth orbit
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Start Date
1968-01-11
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August 14, 2026 at 20:39:54 UTC
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August 14, 2026 at 20:39:54 UTC

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