ODERACS A
Re-entered 2 Oct 1994ODERACS A (NORAD 22990, COSPAR 1994-006B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Oct 1994, launched on 3 Feb 1994 on the OV-103 Research/FF mission. It was operated by JSC as part of the ODERACS programme. The spacecraft was built by JSC on the ODERACS bus, with a mass of 4 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 ODERACS A?
ODERACS A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Oct 1994, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1994. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ODERACS A re-enter the atmosphere?
ODERACS A re-entered on 2 Oct 1994, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ODERACS A?
ODERACS A was operated by JSC and built by JSC (US).