RME
Re-entered 24 May 1992RME (NORAD 20497, COSPAR 1990-015B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 May 1992, launched on 14 Feb 1990 on the LACE mission. It was operated by SDIO as part of the SDIO Delta programme. The spacecraft was built by BALL on the RME 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 RME?
RME re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 May 1992, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1990. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did RME re-enter the atmosphere?
RME re-entered on 24 May 1992, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RME?
RME was operated by SDIO and built by BALL (US).