Tubsat-N1
Re-entered 21 Oct 2000Tubsat-N1 (NORAD 25390, COSPAR 1998-042B) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Oct 2000, launched on 7 Jul 1998 on the Tubsat-N mission. It was operated by TUB as part of the Tubsat programme. The spacecraft was built by TUB on the Tubsat-N bus, with a mass of 3 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 Tubsat-N1?
Tubsat-N1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Oct 2000, 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 Tubsat-N1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Tubsat-N1 re-entered on 21 Oct 2000, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tubsat-N1?
Tubsat-N1 was operated by TUB and built by TUB (D).