Simplesat
Re-entered 30 Jan 2002Simplesat (NORAD 26889, COSPAR 2001-035B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Jan 2002, launched on 10 Aug 2001 on the OV-103 ISS mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the Simplesat programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC on the Simplesat bus, with a mass of 52 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 Simplesat?
Simplesat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Jan 2002, 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 Simplesat re-enter the atmosphere?
Simplesat re-entered on 30 Jan 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Simplesat?
Simplesat was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).