ShindaiSat
Re-entered 24 Nov 2014ShindaiSat (NORAD 39572, COSPAR 2014-009A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Nov 2014, launched on 27 Feb 2014 on the GPM-C mission. It was operated by SHINSHU as part of the Shindai programme. The spacecraft was built by SHINSHU on the Shindai bus, with a mass of 33 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 ShindaiSat?
ShindaiSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 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 ShindaiSat re-enter the atmosphere?
ShindaiSat re-entered on 24 Nov 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ShindaiSat?
ShindaiSat was operated by SHINSHU and built by SHINSHU (J).