Caerus
Re-entered 22 Dec 2010Caerus (NORAD 37252, COSPAR 2010-066J) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Dec 2010, launched on 8 Dec 2010 on the Dragon C101 mission. It was operated by NGAS / USCMR as part of the USC programme. The spacecraft was built by NGNW/PUMPK/USCMR on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 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 Caerus?
Caerus re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Dec 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 Caerus re-enter the atmosphere?
Caerus re-entered on 22 Dec 2010, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Caerus?
Caerus was operated by NGAS / USCMR and built by NGNW/PUMPK/USCMR (US).