Copper-Cube
Re-entered 4 Feb 2016Copper-Cube (NORAD 39395, COSPAR 2013-064R) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Feb 2016, launched on 20 Nov 2013 on the ORS-3 mission. It was operated by SLU as part of the SLU programme. The spacecraft was built by SLU 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 Copper-Cube?
Copper-Cube re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Feb 2016, 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 Copper-Cube re-enter the atmosphere?
Copper-Cube re-entered on 4 Feb 2016, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Copper-Cube?
Copper-Cube was operated by SLU and built by SLU (US).