SENSE-A
Re-entered 21 Mar 2015SENSE-A (NORAD 39388, COSPAR 2013-064J) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Mar 2015, launched on 20 Nov 2013 on the ORS-3 mission. It was operated by SMCXR as part of the SMC Cube programme. The spacecraft was built by BOPW on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 SENSE-A?
SENSE-A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Mar 2015, 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 SENSE-A re-enter the atmosphere?
SENSE-A re-entered on 21 Mar 2015, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SENSE-A operational?
SENSE-A was operational for roughly 4 months, from 1 Jan 2014 to 1 May 2014.
Who operated and built SENSE-A?
SENSE-A was operated by SMCXR and built by BOPW (US).