Ardusat-1
Re-entered 15 Apr 2014Ardusat-1 (NORAD 39412, COSPAR 1998-067DA) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Apr 2014, launched on 3 Aug 2013 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by NANSFI as part of the Nanosatisfi programme. The spacecraft was built by NANSFI 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 Ardusat-1?
Ardusat-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Apr 2014, 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 Ardusat-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Ardusat-1 re-entered on 15 Apr 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ardusat-1?
Ardusat-1 was operated by NANSFI and built by NANSFI (US).