SROSS-C
Re-entered 14 Jul 1992SROSS-C (NORAD 21968, COSPAR 1992-028A) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jul 1992, launched on 20 May 1992 on the SROSS-C mission. It was operated by ISRO as part of the SROSS programme. The spacecraft was built by ISAC on the SROSS bus, with a mass of 106 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 SROSS-C?
SROSS-C re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jul 1992, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1992. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SROSS-C re-enter the atmosphere?
SROSS-C re-entered on 14 Jul 1992, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SROSS-C?
SROSS-C was operated by ISRO and built by ISAC (IN).