Argon No. 46L
Re-entered 2 Mar 1982Argon No. 46L (NORAD 13063, COSPAR 1982-011A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Mar 1982, launched on 16 Feb 1982 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. 46L?
Argon No. 46L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Mar 1982, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1982. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Argon No. 46L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 46L re-entered on 2 Mar 1982, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 46L?
Argon No. 46L was operated by GUKOS and built by TSSKB (SU).