E-1 No. 7
Re-entered 12 Sep 1959E-1 No. 7 (NORAD 114, COSPAR 1959 XI 1) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Sep 1959, launched on 12 Sep 1959. It was operated by OKB1 as part of the Luna programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB1 on the E-1 bus, with a mass of 205 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 E-1 No. 7?
E-1 No. 7 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Sep 1959, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1959. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did E-1 No. 7 re-enter the atmosphere?
E-1 No. 7 re-entered on 12 Sep 1959, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built E-1 No. 7?
E-1 No. 7 was operated by OKB1 and built by OKB1 (SU).