QB50-AU03
Re-entered 24 Nov 2018QB50-AU03 (NORAD 42731, COSPAR 1998-067ML) was a AU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Nov 2018, launched on 18 Apr 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by USYD as part of the Sydney programme. The spacecraft was built by USYD 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-AU03?
QB50-AU03 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Nov 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-AU03 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-AU03 re-entered on 24 Nov 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-AU03?
QB50-AU03 was operated by USYD and built by USYD (AU).