UoSAT 1
Re-entered 13 Oct 1989UoSAT 1 (NORAD 12888, COSPAR 1981-100B) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Oct 1989, launched on 6 Oct 1981 on the Solar Mesosphere Explore mission. It was operated by UOS as part of the UoSAT programme. The spacecraft was built by UOS on the UoSAT bus, with a mass of 52 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 UoSAT 1?
UoSAT 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Oct 1989, 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 UoSAT 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
UoSAT 1 re-entered on 13 Oct 1989, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built UoSAT 1?
UoSAT 1 was operated by UOS and built by UOS (UK).