Bios A Adapter
Re-entered 10 Jan 1967Bios A Adapter (NORAD 2631, COSPAR 1966-114C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Jan 1967, launched on 14 Dec 1966 on the Biosatellite A Adapter mission. It was operated by ARC as part of the Biosatellite programme. The spacecraft was built by GERSD on the Biosatellite bus, with a mass of 241 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 Bios A Adapter?
Bios A Adapter re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Jan 1967, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1966. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Bios A Adapter re-enter the atmosphere?
Bios A Adapter re-entered on 10 Jan 1967, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Bios A Adapter?
Bios A Adapter was operated by ARC and built by GERSD (US).