Swayam
Re-entered 18 Aug 2023Swayam (NORAD 41607, COSPAR 2016-040J) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Aug 2023, launched on 22 Jun 2016 on the PSLV Rideshare 07 mission. It was operated by COEP as part of the COEP programme. The spacecraft was built by COEP on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 Swayam?
Swayam re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Aug 2023, 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 Swayam re-enter the atmosphere?
Swayam re-entered on 18 Aug 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Swayam?
Swayam was operated by COEP and built by COEP (IN).