QB50-DE02
Re-entered 19 Mar 2019QB50-DE02 (NORAD 42701, COSPAR 1998-067LJ) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Mar 2019, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TUD as part of the TUD programme. The spacecraft was built by TUD on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 QB50-DE02?
QB50-DE02 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Mar 2019, 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 QB50-DE02 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-DE02 re-entered on 19 Mar 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-DE02?
QB50-DE02 was operated by TUD and built by TUD (D).