ESTCube-1
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ESTCube-1 is the first Estonian satellite and first satellite in the world to attempt to use an electric solar wind sail. It was launched on 7 May 2013 aboard Vega VV02 carrier rocket and successfully deployed into orbit. Wikipedia
Manufacturer: Estonian Student Satellite Foundation
Launch date: May 6, 2013 at 10:06 PM EDT
Orbit height: 413 mi
Speed on orbit: 4.635 miles/s
Cost: 100,000 EUR (2018)
Power: 3.6 watts
Launch site: ELV - Vega Launch Facility
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