TES-6
Re-entered 15 Nov 2017TES-6 (NORAD 43026, COSPAR 1998-067NK) 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 / SJSU as part of the TES programme. The spacecraft was built by ARC 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 TES-6?
TES-6 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 TES-6 re-enter the atmosphere?
TES-6 re-entered on 15 Nov 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TES-6?
TES-6 was operated by ARC / SJSU and built by ARC (US).