TEKh-42
Re-entered 3 Mar 2005TEKh-42 (NORAD 28547, COSPAR 2005-007C) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Mar 2005, launched on 28 Feb 2005 on the Progress 7K-TGM No. 352 mission. It was operated by RKKE / NIIKP as part of the DOS SS programme. The spacecraft was built by NIIKP, with a mass of 5 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 TEKh-42?
TEKh-42 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Mar 2005, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2005. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did TEKh-42 re-enter the atmosphere?
TEKh-42 re-entered on 3 Mar 2005, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TEKh-42?
TEKh-42 was operated by RKKE / NIIKP and built by NIIKP (RU).