RAPIS-1
Re-entered 25 Sep 2024RAPIS-1 (NORAD 43932, COSPAR 2019-003A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Sep 2024, launched on 18 Jan 2019 on the RAPIS mission. It was operated by JAXA as part of the JAXA Tech programme. The spacecraft was built by JAXA on the RAPIS bus, with a mass of 200 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 RAPIS-1?
RAPIS-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 25 Sep 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2019. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did RAPIS-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
RAPIS-1 re-entered on 25 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RAPIS-1?
RAPIS-1 was operated by JAXA and built by JAXA (J).