DFH-3 mockup
Re-entered 7 Feb 2002DFH-3 mockup (NORAD 23009, COSPAR 1994-010B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Feb 2002, launched on 8 Feb 1994 on the shijian sihao mission. It was operated by CASC1 as part of the DFH-3 programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the DFH-3 bus, with a mass of 1,342 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 DFH-3 mockup?
DFH-3 mockup re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Feb 2002, 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 DFH-3 mockup re-enter the atmosphere?
DFH-3 mockup re-entered on 7 Feb 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DFH-3 mockup?
DFH-3 mockup was operated by CASC1 and built by CAST (CN).