SO-M No. 510
Re-entered 27 Apr 1985SO-M No. 510 (NORAD 15661, COSPAR 1985-033A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Apr 1985, launched on 26 Apr 1985 on the SO-M No. 510 mission. It was operated by IKI / BABTS as part of the SO-M programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the SO-M bus, with a mass of 1,000 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 SO-M No. 510?
SO-M No. 510 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Apr 1985, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1985. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SO-M No. 510 re-enter the atmosphere?
SO-M No. 510 re-entered on 27 Apr 1985, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SO-M No. 510 operational?
SO-M No. 510 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 11 Nov 1985 to 1 Jan 1986.
Who operated and built SO-M No. 510?
SO-M No. 510 was operated by IKI / BABTS and built by NPOL (SU).