Lemur FM38
Re-entered 30 Aug 2023Lemur FM38 (NORAD 42774, COSPAR 2017-036K) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Aug 2023, launched on 23 Jun 2017 on the PSLV Rideshare 10 mission. It was operated by Spire Global as part of the Spire programme. The spacecraft was built by SPIREG 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 Lemur FM38?
Lemur FM38 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Aug 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 Lemur FM38 re-enter the atmosphere?
Lemur FM38 re-entered on 30 Aug 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Lemur FM38?
Lemur FM38 was operated by Spire Global and built by SPIREG (US).