DS-U2-MP No. 2
Re-entered 11 Oct 1967DS-U2-MP No. 2 (NORAD 2832, COSPAR 1967-056A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Oct 1967, launched on 5 Jun 1967 on the DS-U2-MP No. 2 mission. It was operated by YUZH as part of the DS-U2-MP programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the DS-U2 bus, with a mass of 280 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 DS-U2-MP No. 2?
DS-U2-MP No. 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Oct 1967, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1967. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did DS-U2-MP No. 2 re-enter the atmosphere?
DS-U2-MP No. 2 re-entered on 11 Oct 1967, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DS-U2-MP No. 2?
DS-U2-MP No. 2 was operated by YUZH and built by YUZH (SU).