STARS-Me CV
Re-entered 26 Jun 2021STARS-Me CV (NORAD 43640, COSPAR 1998-067PQ) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jun 2021, launched on 22 Sep 2018 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by SHIZ as part of the STARS programme. The spacecraft was built by SHIZ on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 STARS-Me CV?
STARS-Me CV re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jun 2021, 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 STARS-Me CV re-enter the atmosphere?
STARS-Me CV re-entered on 26 Jun 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built STARS-Me CV?
STARS-Me CV was operated by SHIZ and built by SHIZ (J).