Kepler-0
Re-entered 12 Apr 2024Kepler-0 (NORAD 43157, COSPAR 2018-008C) was a CA satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Apr 2024, launched on 19 Jan 2018 on the Jilin-1 Shipin 07-08 mission. It was operated by KEPLER as part of the Kepler programme. The spacecraft was built by CLAAC on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3 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 Kepler-0?
Kepler-0 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Apr 2024, 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 Kepler-0 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kepler-0 re-entered on 12 Apr 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kepler-0?
Kepler-0 was operated by KEPLER and built by CLAAC (CA).