The objective of the SESP 1 (P70-1) spacecraft was to test an infrared celestial mapping sensor system. Reportedly it remained attached to the upper stage.
The experiments were:
| Nation: | USA |
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| Type / Application: | Technology, Science, Astronomy (IR) |
| Operator: | USAF STP (Space Test Program) |
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| Mass: | 260 kg |
| Orbit: |
| Satellite | Date | LS | Launch Vehicle | Remarks | |
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| SESP 1 (P70-1) | 08.06.1971 | Va SLC-10W | Thor-DSV2U Burner-2 |
