Tianyi 1
Re-entered 26 Aug 2024Tianyi 1 (NORAD 41842, COSPAR 2016-066B) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Aug 2024, launched on 9 Nov 2016 on the MXSW mission. It was operated by CTYK as part of the Tianyi programme. The spacecraft was built by CTYK on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 8 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 Tianyi 1?
Tianyi 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Aug 2024, 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 Tianyi 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Tianyi 1 re-entered on 26 Aug 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tianyi 1?
Tianyi 1 was operated by CTYK and built by CTYK (CN).