Invader
Re-entered 2 Sep 2014Invader (NORAD 39577, COSPAR 2014-009F) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Sep 2014, launched on 27 Feb 2014 on the GPM-C mission. It was operated by TAMA as part of the Tama programme. The spacecraft was built by TAMA 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 Invader?
Invader re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Sep 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 Invader re-enter the atmosphere?
Invader re-entered on 2 Sep 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Invader?
Invader was operated by TAMA and built by TAMA (J).