OV-102
Re-entered 9 Mar 1996OV-102 (NORAD 23801, COSPAR 1996-012A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Mar 1996, launched on 22 Feb 1996 on the OV-102 Research/FF mission. It was operated by JSC as part of the OV-102 programme. The spacecraft was built by RWI on the STS OV bus, with a mass of 101,995 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 OV-102?
OV-102 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Mar 1996, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1996. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did OV-102 re-enter the atmosphere?
OV-102 re-entered on 9 Mar 1996, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OV-102?
OV-102 was operated by JSC and built by RWI (US).