ROSAT
Re-entered 23 Oct 2011ROSAT (NORAD 20638, COSPAR 1990-049A) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Oct 2011, launched on 1 Jun 1990 on the ROSAT mission. It was operated by DLR as part of the DLR Astro programme. The spacecraft was built by DASAF on the ROSAT bus, with a mass of 2,426 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 ROSAT?
ROSAT re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Oct 2011, 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 ROSAT re-enter the atmosphere?
ROSAT re-entered on 23 Oct 2011, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ROSAT?
ROSAT was operated by DLR and built by DASAF (D).