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Explorer 46 (Meteoroid Technology Satellite)

Explorer 46 (Meteoroid Technology Satellite or MTS-A) was a dedicated mission evaluating double-wall meteoroid protection structures and measuring orbital meteoroid impacts.

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Explorer XLVIExplorer 46Meteoroid Technology SatelliteMTS-AMTS1972-065A
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Explorer 46 (Meteoroid Technology Satellite)
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Description
Explorer 46 (Meteoroid Technology Satellite or MTS-A) was a dedicated mission evaluating double-wall meteoroid protection structures and measuring orbital meteoroid impacts.
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Earth orbit
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Start Date
1972-08-13
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August 14, 2026 at 21:02:55 UTC
Updated Time
August 14, 2026 at 21:02:55 UTC

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