FITSAT-1
Re-entered 4 Jul 2013FITSAT-1 (NORAD 38853, COSPAR 1998-067CP) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jul 2013, launched on 21 Jul 2012 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by FUKU as part of the Fukuoka programme. The spacecraft was built by FUKU on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 FITSAT-1?
FITSAT-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Jul 2013, 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 FITSAT-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
FITSAT-1 re-entered on 4 Jul 2013, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FITSAT-1?
FITSAT-1 was operated by FUKU and built by FUKU (J).