EUVE
Re-entered 31 Jan 2002EUVE (NORAD 21987, COSPAR 1992-031A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 2002, launched on 7 Jun 1992 on the EUVE mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the DeltaEx programme. The spacecraft was built by FAIR on the MMS bus, with a mass of 3,280 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 EUVE?
EUVE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 2002, 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 EUVE re-enter the atmosphere?
EUVE re-entered on 31 Jan 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built EUVE?
EUVE was operated by GSFC and built by FAIR (US).