MinXSS
Re-entered 6 May 2017MinXSS (NORAD 41474, COSPAR 1998-067HU) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 May 2017, launched on 6 Dec 2015 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by CLASP as part of the UCO programme. The spacecraft was built by CLASP on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 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 MinXSS?
MinXSS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 May 2017, 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 MinXSS re-enter the atmosphere?
MinXSS re-entered on 6 May 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built MinXSS?
MinXSS was operated by CLASP and built by CLASP (US).