The Heavy Disco-Ball Satellite Designed To Do… Nothing

Launched in 1976, LAGEOS-1 (LAser GEOdynamic Satellite) is unusual in that it contains no instrumentation, no electronics, no power supply, and no means of propulsion. It’s spherical, weighs … Launched in 1976, LAGEOS-1 (LAser GEOdynamic Satellite) is unusual in that it contains no instrumentation, no electronics, no power supply, and no means of propulsion. It’s spherical, weighs just und… Full investigative context and verified commentary are published by **Hackaday**. [Read Full Story on Hackaday →](https://hackaday.com/2026/09/12/the-heavy-disco-ball-satellite-designed-to-do-nothing/)