Lume-1
Re-entered 14 Feb 2024Lume-1 (NORAD 43908, COSPAR 2018-111AJ) was a E satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Feb 2024, launched on 27 Dec 2018 on the Soyuz Rideshare 7 mission. It was operated by VIGO as part of the Vigo programme. The spacecraft was built by VIGO on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 Lume-1?
Lume-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Feb 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 Lume-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Lume-1 re-entered on 14 Feb 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Lume-1?
Lume-1 was operated by VIGO and built by VIGO (E).