IceCube
Re-entered 3 Oct 2018IceCube (NORAD 42705, COSPAR 1998-067LN) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Oct 2018, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the GSFC Cube programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC 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 IceCube?
IceCube re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Oct 2018, 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 IceCube re-enter the atmosphere?
IceCube re-entered on 3 Oct 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IceCube?
IceCube was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).