EcAMSat
Re-entered 15 Nov 2017EcAMSat (NORAD 43019, COSPAR 1998-067NG) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Nov 2017, launched on 12 Nov 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ARC as part of the Ames programme. The spacecraft was built by ARC on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 10.4 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 EcAMSat?
EcAMSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Nov 2017, 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 EcAMSat re-enter the atmosphere?
EcAMSat re-entered on 15 Nov 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built EcAMSat?
EcAMSat was operated by ARC and built by ARC (US).