AMS
Re-entered 6 Sep 1962AMS (NORAD 381, COSPAR 1962 A TAU 1) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Sep 1962, launched on 1 Sep 1962 on the 2MV-1 No. 2 mission. It is catalogued as 2MV-1 No. 2. It was operated by OKB-1 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 AMS?
AMS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Sep 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 AMS re-enter the atmosphere?
AMS re-entered on 6 Sep 1962, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AMS?
AMS was operated by OKB-1 and built by OKB1 (SU).