GLOMR
Re-entered 26 Dec 1986GLOMR (NORAD 16231, COSPAR 1985-104B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Dec 1986, launched on 30 Oct 1985 on the OV-099 Spacelab mission. It was operated by DARPA / USNESC as part of the DARPA Light programme. The spacecraft was built by DSI on the GLOMR bus, with a mass of 68 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 GLOMR?
GLOMR re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Dec 1986, 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 GLOMR re-enter the atmosphere?
GLOMR re-entered on 26 Dec 1986, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built GLOMR?
GLOMR was operated by DARPA / USNESC and built by DSI (US).