Microsat-TD
Re-entered 27 Nov 2020Microsat-TD (NORAD 43128, COSPAR 2018-004T) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Nov 2020, launched on 12 Jan 2018 on the PSLV Rideshare 11 mission. It was operated by DRDO / ISRO as part of the IMS programme. The spacecraft was built by ISRO on the IMS-1 bus, with a mass of 120 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 Microsat-TD?
Microsat-TD re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Nov 2020, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2018. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Microsat-TD re-enter the atmosphere?
Microsat-TD re-entered on 27 Nov 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Microsat-TD?
Microsat-TD was operated by DRDO / ISRO and built by ISRO (IN).