Nozomi
Re-entered 4 Jul 1998Nozomi (NORAD 25383, COSPAR 1998-041A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jul 1998, launched on 3 Jul 1998 on the Planet B mission. It is catalogued as PLANET-B. It was operated by ISAS as part of the ISAS Planet programme. The spacecraft was built by NEC on the Planet B bus, with a mass of 540 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 Nozomi?
Nozomi re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jul 1998, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1998. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Nozomi re-enter the atmosphere?
Nozomi re-entered on 4 Jul 1998, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Nozomi?
Nozomi was operated by ISAS and built by NEC (J).