Silu-1
Re-entered 11 Apr 2019Silu-1 (NORAD 42903, COSPAR 2017-021F) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Apr 2019, launched on 20 Apr 2017 on the Tianzhou 1 mission. It was operated by XCYS as part of the XCYS programme. The spacecraft was built by HHJ 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 Silu-1?
Silu-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Apr 2019, 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 Silu-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Silu-1 re-entered on 11 Apr 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Silu-1?
Silu-1 was operated by XCYS and built by HHJ (CN).