Sep 14 1981

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GSFC said the two Dynamic Explorers DE-1 and DE-2 launched August 3 would soon be fully operational. Designed for simultaneous observation of solar-energy effects on Earth's environment, the two craft failed to achieve planned orbit because of Delta-stage misfire but should carry out their major scientific objectives. (NASA Release 81-147)

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