Kosmos-1688
Re-entered 2 Jul 1988Kosmos-1688 (NORAD 16107, COSPAR 1985-089A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jul 1988, launched on 2 Oct 1985 on the Romb mission. It is catalogued as Taifun-2V (08). It was operated by PVO as part of the Taifun-2V programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Romb bus, with a mass of 1,045 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-1688?
Kosmos-1688 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jul 1988, 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 Kosmos-1688 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kosmos-1688 re-entered on 2 Jul 1988, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kosmos-1688?
Kosmos-1688 was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).