Pocket-PUCP
Re-entered 26 Jun 2023Pocket-PUCP (NORAD 39434, COSPAR 2013-066U) was a PE satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jun 2023, launched on 21 Nov 2013 on the Dnepr Rideshare 8 mission. It was operated by PUCP as part of the PUCP programme. The spacecraft was built by PUCP on the PocketQub 1P bus, with a mass of 0.097 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 Pocket-PUCP?
Pocket-PUCP re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jun 2023, 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 Pocket-PUCP re-enter the atmosphere?
Pocket-PUCP re-entered on 26 Jun 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Pocket-PUCP?
Pocket-PUCP was operated by PUCP and built by PUCP (PE).