ASTRO-D
Re-entered 2 Mar 2001ASTRO-D (NORAD 22521, COSPAR 1993-011A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Mar 2001, launched on 20 Feb 1993 on the ASTRO-D mission. It was operated by ISASS as part of the ASTRO programme. The spacecraft was built by ISASS? on the ASTRO-D bus, with a mass of 420 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 ASTRO-D?
ASTRO-D re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Mar 2001, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1993. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ASTRO-D re-enter the atmosphere?
ASTRO-D re-entered on 2 Mar 2001, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ASTRO-D?
ASTRO-D was operated by ISASS and built by ISASS? (J).