Picosat Solar Cell Testbed
Re-entered 17 Feb 2010Picosat Solar Cell Testbed (NORAD 33445, COSPAR 2008-059B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Feb 2010, launched on 15 Nov 2008 on the OV-105 ISS mission. It was operated by AFRL as part of the MEPSI programme. The spacecraft was built by AERO on the Picosat bus, with a mass of 6.4 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 Picosat Solar Cell Testbed?
Picosat Solar Cell Testbed re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Feb 2010, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2008. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Picosat Solar Cell Testbed re-enter the atmosphere?
Picosat Solar Cell Testbed re-entered on 17 Feb 2010, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Picosat Solar Cell Testbed?
Picosat Solar Cell Testbed was operated by AFRL and built by AERO (US).