Shin'en-2
Re-entered 3 Dec 2014Shin'en-2 (NORAD 40320, COSPAR 2014-076B) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 2014, launched on 3 Dec 2014 on the Hayabusa-2 mission. It was operated by KYUT as part of the JAS programme. The spacecraft was built by KYUT/KAGO on the Shinen bus, with a mass of 17.7 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 Shin'en-2?
Shin'en-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 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 Shin'en-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
Shin'en-2 re-entered on 3 Dec 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shin'en-2?
Shin'en-2 was operated by KYUT and built by KYUT/KAGO (J).