Ikaros
Re-entered 21 May 2010Ikaros (NORAD 36577, COSPAR 2010-020E) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 2010, launched on 20 May 2010 on the K-SAT mission. It was operated by JAXA as part of the JAXA Plan programme. The spacecraft was built by JAXA on the Ikaros bus, with a mass of 315 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 Ikaros?
Ikaros re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 2010, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2010. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Ikaros re-enter the atmosphere?
Ikaros re-entered on 21 May 2010, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ikaros?
Ikaros was operated by JAXA and built by JAXA (J).