ODERACS D
Re-entered 1 Jan 1995ODERACS D (NORAD 22993, COSPAR 1994-006E) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jan 1995, 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 1 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 D?
ODERACS D re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jan 1995, 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 D re-enter the atmosphere?
ODERACS D re-entered on 1 Jan 1995, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ODERACS D?
ODERACS D was operated by JSC and built by JSC (US).