AIS VesselSat 2
Re-entered 27 Oct 2016AIS VesselSat 2 (NORAD 38047, COSPAR 2012-001B) was a L satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 2016, launched on 9 Jan 2012 on the ziyuan san hao mission. It was operated by LUXS / ORBC as part of the LUXS programme. The spacecraft was built by LUXS on the AIS bus, with a mass of 28 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 AIS VesselSat 2?
AIS VesselSat 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 2016, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2012. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did AIS VesselSat 2 re-enter the atmosphere?
AIS VesselSat 2 re-entered on 27 Oct 2016, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AIS VesselSat 2?
AIS VesselSat 2 was operated by LUXS / ORBC and built by LUXS (L).