S-CUBE
Re-entered 23 Nov 2016S-CUBE (NORAD 40898, COSPAR 1998-067GY) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Nov 2016, launched on 19 Aug 2015 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by CHIBA as part of the Chiba programme. The spacecraft was built by CHIBA 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 S-CUBE?
S-CUBE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Nov 2016, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2015. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did S-CUBE re-enter the atmosphere?
S-CUBE re-entered on 23 Nov 2016, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built S-CUBE?
S-CUBE was operated by CHIBA and built by CHIBA (J).