QB50-AU02
Re-entered 3 Dec 2018QB50-AU02 (NORAD 42723, COSPAR 1998-067MC) was a AU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 2018, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by UNSW as part of the UNSW programme. The spacecraft was built by UNSW 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-AU02?
QB50-AU02 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Dec 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 QB50-AU02 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-AU02 re-entered on 3 Dec 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-AU02?
QB50-AU02 was operated by UNSW and built by UNSW (AU).