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International Gamma-Ray Astrophysics Laboratory spacecraft

INTEGRAL was ESA's high-energy space observatory for simultaneous gamma-ray, X-ray, and visible-light observations of cosmic explosions, compact objects, and active galaxies from a highly elliptical Earth orbit.

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Aliases
INTEGRALInternational Gamma-Ray Astrophysics Laboratory2002-048A
Family Name
INTEGRAL
Full Name
International Gamma-Ray Astrophysics Laboratory spacecraft
Roles
orbiterobservatory
Status
retired
Type
spacecraft

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Description
INTEGRAL was ESA's high-energy space observatory for simultaneous gamma-ray, X-ray, and visible-light observations of cosmic explosions, compact objects, and active galaxies from a highly elliptical Earth orbit.
Dimensions
Diameter M
3.7
Height M
5
First Flight Year
2,002
Last Flight Year
2,025
Manufacturer
Operator
Spacecraft Specs
Launch Mass Kg
4,100
Reusability
expendable

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Creation Time
August 1, 2026 at 09:51:55 UTC
Updated Time
August 1, 2026 at 09:51:55 UTC

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