Argon No. 94L
Re-entered 28 Jun 1984Argon No. 94L (NORAD 15051, COSPAR 1984-061A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jun 1984, launched on 19 Jun 1984 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. 94L?
Argon No. 94L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jun 1984, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1984. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Argon No. 94L re-enter the atmosphere?
Argon No. 94L re-entered on 28 Jun 1984, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Argon No. 94L?
Argon No. 94L was operated by GUKOS and built by TSSKB (SU).