CORSA-b
Re-entered 15 Apr 1985CORSA-b (NORAD 11272, COSPAR 1979-014A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Apr 1985, launched on 21 Feb 1979 on the CORSA-b mission. It was operated by ISAS as part of the CORSA programme. The spacecraft was built by ISAS on the CORSA bus, with a mass of 95 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to CORSA-b?
CORSA-b re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Apr 1985, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1979. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CORSA-b re-enter the atmosphere?
CORSA-b re-entered on 15 Apr 1985, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORSA-b?
CORSA-b was operated by ISAS and built by ISAS (J).