IOD-1 GEMS
Re-entered 3 Apr 2021IOD-1 GEMS (NORAD 44385, COSPAR 1998-067QK) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2021, launched on 17 Apr 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by CATAP / OMSUK as part of the GEMS programme. The spacecraft was built by CLAAC/OMSUK on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3 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 IOD-1 GEMS?
IOD-1 GEMS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 2021, 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 IOD-1 GEMS re-enter the atmosphere?
IOD-1 GEMS re-entered on 3 Apr 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IOD-1 GEMS?
IOD-1 GEMS was operated by CATAP / OMSUK and built by CLAAC/OMSUK (UK).