Rasad
Re-entered 6 Jul 2011Rasad (NORAD 37675, COSPAR 2011-025A) was a IR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Jul 2011, launched on 15 Jun 2011 on the Rasad ? mission. It was operated by IRSA as part of the Iran programme. The spacecraft was built by MALEK on the Omid bus, with a mass of 15 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 Rasad?
Rasad re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Jul 2011, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2011. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Rasad re-enter the atmosphere?
Rasad re-entered on 6 Jul 2011, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Rasad?
Rasad was operated by IRSA and built by MALEK (IR).