Tomsk-TPU-120
Re-entered 3 Apr 2016Tomsk-TPU-120 (NORAD 42910, COSPAR 1998-067MZ) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2016, launched on 31 Mar 2016 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TPU as part of the TPU programme. The spacecraft was built by TPU 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 Tomsk-TPU-120?
Tomsk-TPU-120 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2016, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2016. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Tomsk-TPU-120 re-enter the atmosphere?
Tomsk-TPU-120 re-entered on 3 Apr 2016, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tomsk-TPU-120?
Tomsk-TPU-120 was operated by TPU and built by TPU (RU).