Argon No. 45L
Re-entered 4 Jun 1981Argon No. 45L (NORAD 12466, COSPAR 1981-047A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jun 1981, launched on 21 May 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. 45L?
Argon No. 45L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jun 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. 45L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 45L re-entered on 4 Jun 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 45L?
Argon No. 45L was operated by GUKOS and built by TSSKB (SU).