ASTRO-B
Re-entered 17 Dec 1988ASTRO-B (NORAD 13829, COSPAR 1983-011A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Dec 1988, launched on 20 Feb 1983 on the ASTRO-B mission. It was operated by ISASM as part of the ASTRO programme. The spacecraft was built by ISASM on the ASTRO bus, with a mass of 218 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 ASTRO-B?
ASTRO-B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Dec 1988, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1983. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ASTRO-B re-enter the atmosphere?
ASTRO-B re-entered on 17 Dec 1988, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ASTRO-B?
ASTRO-B was operated by ISASM and built by ISASM (J).