ALMASat
Re-entered 25 Apr 2020ALMASat (NORAD 38078, COSPAR 2012-006B) was a I satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Apr 2020, launched on 13 Feb 2012 on the LARES mission. It was operated by BOL as part of the Bologna programme. The spacecraft was built by BOL on the ALMASat bus, with a mass of 12 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 ALMASat?
ALMASat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Apr 2020, 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 ALMASat re-enter the atmosphere?
ALMASat re-entered on 25 Apr 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ALMASat?
ALMASat was operated by BOL and built by BOL (I).