ROCSAT-1
Re-entered 21 May 2023ROCSAT-1 (NORAD 25616, COSPAR 1999-002A) was a TW satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 2023, launched on 27 Jan 1999 on the ROCSAT-1 mission. It was operated by NSPT as part of the ROCSAT programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the LEOStar T-200 bus, with a mass of 403 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 ROCSAT-1?
ROCSAT-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 2023, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1999. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ROCSAT-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
ROCSAT-1 re-entered on 21 May 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ROCSAT-1?
ROCSAT-1 was operated by NSPT and built by TRW (TW).