TES-8
Re-entered 20 Apr 2020TES-8 (NORAD 44032, COSPAR 1998-067PY) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Apr 2020, launched on 5 Dec 2018 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ARC / SJSU as part of the TES programme. The spacecraft was built by ARC on the Cubesat 1x6U bus, with a mass of 10 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 TES-8?
TES-8 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 20 Apr 2020, 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 TES-8 re-enter the atmosphere?
TES-8 re-entered on 20 Apr 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TES-8?
TES-8 was operated by ARC / SJSU and built by ARC (US).