Genesat-1
Re-entered 4 Aug 2010Genesat-1 (NORAD 29655, COSPAR 2006-058C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Aug 2010, launched on 16 Dec 2006 on the Tacsat-2 mission. It was operated by ARC as part of the Ames programme. The spacecraft was built by ARC/SCU on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3 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 Genesat-1?
Genesat-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Aug 2010, 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 Genesat-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Genesat-1 re-entered on 4 Aug 2010, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Genesat-1?
Genesat-1 was operated by ARC and built by ARC/SCU (US).