ITF-2
Re-entered 3 Jan 2019ITF-2 (NORAD 41932, COSPAR 1998-067KU) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Jan 2019, launched on 9 Dec 2016 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TSUKU as part of the Tsukuba programme. The spacecraft was built by TSUKU 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 ITF-2?
ITF-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Jan 2019, 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 ITF-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
ITF-2 re-entered on 3 Jan 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ITF-2?
ITF-2 was operated by TSUKU and built by TSUKU (J).