2MV-1 No. 1
Re-entered 28 Aug 19622MV-1 No. 1 (NORAD 371, COSPAR 1962 A PI 1) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Aug 1962, launched on 25 Aug 1962. It was operated by OKB1 as part of the 2MV programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB1 on the MV bus, with a mass of 600 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 2MV-1 No. 1?
2MV-1 No. 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Aug 1962, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1962. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did 2MV-1 No. 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
2MV-1 No. 1 re-entered on 28 Aug 1962, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built 2MV-1 No. 1?
2MV-1 No. 1 was operated by OKB1 and built by OKB1 (SU).