Streak
Re-entered 28 Jun 2006Streak (NORAD 28871, COSPAR 2005-037A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jun 2006, launched on 23 Sep 2005 on the Streak (STP-R1) mission. It was operated by STP / DARPA2 as part of the DARPA Tech programme. The spacecraft was built by GDG on the SA-200? bus, with a mass of 417 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 Streak?
Streak re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jun 2006, 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 Streak re-enter the atmosphere?
Streak re-entered on 28 Jun 2006, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Streak?
Streak was operated by STP / DARPA2 and built by GDG (US).