SolarSail Subpayload Sat
Re-entered 25 Sep 2006SolarSail Subpayload Sat (NORAD 29482, COSPAR 2006-041D) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Sep 2006, launched on 22 Sep 2006 on the SOLAR-B mission. It was operated by ISASJ as part of the ISAS Sup programme. The spacecraft was built by ISASJ on the SSP bus, with a mass of 6 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 SolarSail Subpayload Sat?
SolarSail Subpayload Sat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Sep 2006, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2006. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SolarSail Subpayload Sat re-enter the atmosphere?
SolarSail Subpayload Sat re-entered on 25 Sep 2006, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SolarSail Subpayload Sat?
SolarSail Subpayload Sat was operated by ISASJ and built by ISASJ (J).