Microsat-R
Re-entered 27 Mar 2019Microsat-R (NORAD 43947, COSPAR 2019-006A) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Mar 2019, launched on 24 Jan 2019 on the Microsat-R mission. It was operated by DRDO as part of the IMS programme. The spacecraft was built by DRDO on the Microsat bus, with a mass of 740 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 Microsat-R?
Microsat-R re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Mar 2019, 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 Microsat-R re-enter the atmosphere?
Microsat-R re-entered on 27 Mar 2019, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Microsat-R?
Microsat-R was operated by DRDO and built by DRDO (IN).