DS-MO No. 3
Re-entered 10 Feb 1970DS-MO No. 3 (NORAD 4301, COSPAR 1970-005A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Feb 1970, launched on 16 Jan 1970 on the DS-MO No. 3 mission. It was operated by YUZH as part of the DS-MO programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the DS bus, with a mass of 321 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 DS-MO No. 3?
DS-MO No. 3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Feb 1970, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1970. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did DS-MO No. 3 re-enter the atmosphere?
DS-MO No. 3 re-entered on 10 Feb 1970, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DS-MO No. 3?
DS-MO No. 3 was operated by YUZH and built by YUZH (SU).