BGUSat
Re-entered 24 Feb 2023BGUSat (NORAD 41999, COSPAR 2017-008BD) was a IL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Feb 2023, launched on 15 Feb 2017 on the PSLV Rideshare 09 mission. It was operated by BGU as part of the BGU programme. The spacecraft was built by BGU/IAI on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4.3 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 BGUSat?
BGUSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Feb 2023, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2017. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did BGUSat re-enter the atmosphere?
BGUSat re-entered on 24 Feb 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built BGUSat?
BGUSat was operated by BGU and built by BGU/IAI (IL).