TRICOM-1R
Re-entered 21 Aug 2018TRICOM-1R (NORAD 43201, COSPAR 2018-016A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Aug 2018, launched on 3 Feb 2018 on the TRICOM-1R mission. It was operated by TOK as part of the Tokyo programme. The spacecraft was built by TOK 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 TRICOM-1R?
TRICOM-1R re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Aug 2018, 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 TRICOM-1R re-enter the atmosphere?
TRICOM-1R re-entered on 21 Aug 2018, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TRICOM-1R?
TRICOM-1R was operated by TOK and built by TOK (J).