EV-9
Re-entered 31 Mar 2020EV-9 (NORAD 40936, COSPAR 2015-052G) was a CA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Mar 2020, launched on 28 Sep 2015 on the PSLV Rideshare 06 mission. It was operated by EXEA as part of the ExactView programme. The spacecraft was built by UTIAS on the GNB bus, with a mass of 5.5 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 EV-9?
EV-9 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Mar 2020, 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 EV-9 re-enter the atmosphere?
EV-9 re-entered on 31 Mar 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built EV-9?
EV-9 was operated by EXEA and built by UTIAS (CA).