ITF-1
Re-entered 29 Jun 2014ITF-1 (NORAD 39573, COSPAR 2014-009B) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 2014, launched on 27 Feb 2014 on the GPM-C mission. It was operated by TSUKU as part of the Tsukuba programme. The spacecraft was built by TSUKU 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 ITF-1?
ITF-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 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 ITF-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
ITF-1 re-entered on 29 Jun 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ITF-1?
ITF-1 was operated by TSUKU and built by TSUKU (J).