SkyCube-1
Re-entered 8 Nov 2014SkyCube-1 (NORAD 39567, COSPAR 1998-067EL) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Nov 2014, launched on 9 Jan 2014 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by SSTARS as part of the SkyCube programme. The spacecraft was built by SSTARS 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 SkyCube-1?
SkyCube-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Nov 2014, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2014. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SkyCube-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
SkyCube-1 re-entered on 8 Nov 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SkyCube-1?
SkyCube-1 was operated by SSTARS and built by SSTARS (US).