Hodoyoshi-1
Re-entered 18 Mar 2025Hodoyoshi-1 (NORAD 40299, COSPAR 2014-070B) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Mar 2025, launched on 6 Nov 2014 on the ANSARO-1 mission. It was operated by AXEL / TOK as part of the AXEL programme. The spacecraft was built by AXEL on the Hodoyoshi bus, with a mass of 50 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 Hodoyoshi-1?
Hodoyoshi-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Mar 2025, 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 Hodoyoshi-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Hodoyoshi-1 re-entered on 18 Mar 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Hodoyoshi-1?
Hodoyoshi-1 was operated by AXEL / TOK and built by AXEL (J).