SELENE
Re-entered 14 Sep 2007SELENE (NORAD 32054, COSPAR 2007-039A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Sep 2007, launched on 14 Sep 2007 on the SELENE mission. It was operated by JAXA as part of the JAXA Plan programme. The spacecraft was built by NECTF? on the SELENE bus, with a mass of 2,885 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 SELENE?
SELENE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Sep 2007, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2007. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SELENE re-enter the atmosphere?
SELENE re-entered on 14 Sep 2007, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SELENE?
SELENE was operated by JAXA and built by NECTF? (J).