IGS Optical 5 Demo
Re-entered 20 Feb 2019IGS Optical 5 Demo (NORAD 39062, COSPAR 2013-002B) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Feb 2019, launched on 27 Jan 2013 on the IGS Radar-4 mission. It was operated by CSICE as part of the IGS-O-G3 programme. The spacecraft was built by MELCO on the IGS-O bus, with a mass of 1,500 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 IGS Optical 5 Demo?
IGS Optical 5 Demo re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Feb 2019, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2013. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did IGS Optical 5 Demo re-enter the atmosphere?
IGS Optical 5 Demo re-entered on 20 Feb 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IGS Optical 5 Demo?
IGS Optical 5 Demo was operated by CSICE and built by MELCO (J).