Kontakt-Nanosputnik
Re-entered 4 Mar 2022Kontakt-Nanosputnik (NORAD 41466, COSPAR 2016-026C) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Mar 2022, launched on 28 Apr 2016 on the Lomonosov/Aist-2D mission. It was operated by SNIU as part of the Samsat programme. The spacecraft was built by SNIU 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 Kontakt-Nanosputnik?
Kontakt-Nanosputnik re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Mar 2022, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2016. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Kontakt-Nanosputnik re-enter the atmosphere?
Kontakt-Nanosputnik re-entered on 4 Mar 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Kontakt-Nanosputnik operational?
Kontakt-Nanosputnik was operational for roughly 6 years, from 4 May 2016 to 1 Feb 2022.
Who operated and built Kontakt-Nanosputnik?
Kontakt-Nanosputnik was operated by SNIU and built by SNIU (RU).