EGG
Re-entered 15 May 2017EGG (NORAD 41934, COSPAR 1998-067KW) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 May 2017, launched on 9 Dec 2016 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TOK as part of the Tokyo programme. The spacecraft was built by TOK 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 EGG?
EGG re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 May 2017, 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 EGG re-enter the atmosphere?
EGG re-entered on 15 May 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built EGG?
EGG was operated by TOK and built by TOK (J).