Lemur FM13
Re-entered 10 May 2016Lemur FM13 (NORAD 41490, COSPAR 1998-067JL) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 May 2016, launched on 23 Mar 2016 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by Spire Global as part of the Spire programme. The spacecraft was built by SPIREG 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 Lemur FM13?
Lemur FM13 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 May 2016, 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 Lemur FM13 re-enter the atmosphere?
Lemur FM13 re-entered on 10 May 2016, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Lemur FM13?
Lemur FM13 was operated by Spire Global and built by SPIREG (US).