Astrozond
Re-entered 20 Sep 1982Astrozond (NORAD 13596, COSPAR 1982-033AC) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Sep 1982, launched on 18 Sep 1982 on the DOS 6 (17K No. 125-02) mission. It was operated by NPOE as part of the DOS SS programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOE on the Astrozond bus, with a mass of 1 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 Astrozond?
Astrozond re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Sep 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 Astrozond re-enter the atmosphere?
Astrozond re-entered on 20 Sep 1982, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Astrozond?
Astrozond was operated by NPOE and built by NPOE (SU).