Kosmos-75
Re-entered 28 Sep 1979Kosmos-75 (NORAD 1445, COSPAR 1965-053E) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 1979, launched on 16 Jul 1965 on the Strela-1 mission. It is catalogued as Strela-1 GVM. It was operated by OKB-10 as part of the Strela-1 programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB10 on the Strela-1 11F610 bus, with a mass of 50 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 Kosmos-75?
Kosmos-75 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 1979, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1965. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Kosmos-75 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kosmos-75 re-entered on 28 Sep 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kosmos-75?
Kosmos-75 was operated by OKB-10 and built by OKB10 (SU).