TES-4
Re-entered 3 Apr 2015TES-4 (NORAD 40455, COSPAR 1998-067FY) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2015, launched on 13 Jul 2014 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ARC / SJSU as part of the TES programme. The spacecraft was built by SJSU on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 TES-4?
TES-4 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2015, 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 TES-4 re-enter the atmosphere?
TES-4 re-entered on 3 Apr 2015, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TES-4?
TES-4 was operated by ARC / SJSU and built by SJSU (US).