Nuclear detection surveillance satellite
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Category of spacecraft.
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Vela American nuclear detection surveillance satellite. The Vela (meaning "watchman" in Spanish) series of spacecraft were designed to monitor world-wide compliance with the 1963 nuclear test ban treaty. Nuclear Detection satellite built by TRW for USAF, USA. Launched 1963 - 1965.
Advanced Vela American nuclear detection surveillance satellite.- Misty American nuclear detection surveillance satellite. Reconnaissance, electro-optical, stealth satellite built by Lockheed Martin for NRO, USA. Launched 1990 - 1999.