Argon No. 32L
Re-entered 21 Apr 1981Argon No. 32L (NORAD 12385, COSPAR 1981-032A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Apr 1981, launched on 7 Apr 1981 on the Zenit-6 mission. It was operated by GUKOS as part of the Zenit-6 programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Zenit-6 bus, with a mass of 2,655 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 Argon No. 32L?
Argon No. 32L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Apr 1981, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1981. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Argon No. 32L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 32L re-entered on 21 Apr 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 32L?
Argon No. 32L was operated by GUKOS and built by TSSKB (SU).