ACRUX 1
Re-entered 17 Jun 2022ACRUX 1 (NORAD 44369, COSPAR 2019-037E) was a AU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jun 2022, launched on 29 Jun 2019 on the BlackSky Global 3 mission. It was operated by MELB as part of the MSP programme. The spacecraft was built by MELB 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 ACRUX 1?
ACRUX 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jun 2022, 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 ACRUX 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
ACRUX 1 re-entered on 17 Jun 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was ACRUX 1 operational?
ACRUX 1 was operational for roughly 3 years, from 1 Aug 2019 to 1 Jun 2022.
Who operated and built ACRUX 1?
ACRUX 1 was operated by MELB and built by MELB (AU).