SROSS-C2
Re-entered 12 Jul 2001SROSS-C2 (NORAD 23099, COSPAR 1994-027A) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Jul 2001, launched on 4 May 1994 on the SROSS-C2 mission. It was operated by ISRO as part of the SROSS programme. The spacecraft was built by ISRO on the SROSS bus, with a mass of 113 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 SROSS-C2?
SROSS-C2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Jul 2001, 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 SROSS-C2 re-enter the atmosphere?
SROSS-C2 re-entered on 12 Jul 2001, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SROSS-C2?
SROSS-C2 was operated by ISRO and built by ISRO (IN).