Shenzhou 2 orbital module
Re-entered 24 Aug 2001Shenzhou 2 orbital module (NORAD 26687, COSPAR 2001-001C) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Aug 2001, launched on 9 Jan 2001 on the Shenzhou 2 Fanhui Cang mission. It was operated by CMSEO as part of the Shenzhou OM programme. The spacecraft was built by CALT on the Shenzhou OM bus, with a mass of 1,700 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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What happened to Shenzhou 2 orbital module?
Shenzhou 2 orbital module re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Aug 2001, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2001. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Shenzhou 2 orbital module re-enter the atmosphere?
Shenzhou 2 orbital module re-entered on 24 Aug 2001, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shenzhou 2 orbital module?
Shenzhou 2 orbital module was operated by CMSEO and built by CALT (CN).