TES-1
Re-entered 5 May 2013TES-1 (NORAD 38854, COSPAR 1998-067CQ) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 May 2013, launched on 21 Jul 2012 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ARC / SJSU as part of the TES programme. The spacecraft was built by SJSU 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 TES-1?
TES-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 May 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 TES-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
TES-1 re-entered on 5 May 2013, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TES-1?
TES-1 was operated by ARC / SJSU and built by SJSU (US).