SUCHAI
Re-entered 11 Oct 2023SUCHAI (NORAD 42788, COSPAR 2017-036Z) was a CL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Oct 2023, launched on 23 Jun 2017 on the PSLV Rideshare 10 mission. It was operated by UCH as part of the UChile programme. The spacecraft was built by UCH on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 SUCHAI?
SUCHAI re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Oct 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 SUCHAI re-enter the atmosphere?
SUCHAI re-entered on 11 Oct 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was SUCHAI operational?
SUCHAI was operational for roughly 5 years, from 23 Sep 2018 to 1 Oct 2023.
Who operated and built SUCHAI?
SUCHAI was operated by UCH and built by UCH (CL).