NORAD ID and TLE

NORAD ID and TLE Information

What is a NORAD ID?

NORAD ID: The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) assigns a unique identifier to each object in space, known as the NORAD ID. This identifier helps track and catalog satellites and other space objects.

Usage: The NORAD ID is used by various organizations and systems to identify and monitor the position and trajectory of satellites. It is essential for satellite tracking, collision avoidance, and space situational awareness.

What is a TLE?

Two-Line Element Set (TLE): A TLE is a data format that encodes a list of orbital elements of an Earth-orbiting object for a given point in time, known as the epoch. It consists of two 69-character lines of data, which can be used to determine the position and velocity of the associated satellite.

Usage: TLEs are widely used to predict the future positions of satellites and space debris. They are essential for satellite operations, mission planning, and tracking the movement of objects in space.

Function: By using a suitable prediction formula, the state (position and velocity) of a satellite at any point in the past or future can be estimated with reasonable accuracy. This allows for effective satellite tracking and management.

Receiving NORAD ID and TLE After Launch

After the launch of your satellite, you will receive the NORAD ID and TLE from the relevant space tracking authorities. This information is typically provided by organizations such as the United States Space Force, which tracks all detectable objects in Earth orbit. The TLE data will be made available through platforms like Space Track and CelesTrak.