QB50-FR02
Re-entered 10 Aug 2021QB50-FR02 (NORAD 44429, COSPAR 1998-067QP) was a F satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Aug 2021, launched on 17 Apr 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ISAE / ONERA as part of the ISAE programme. The spacecraft was built by ISAE on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 QB50-FR02?
QB50-FR02 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Aug 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 QB50-FR02 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-FR02 re-entered on 10 Aug 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-FR02?
QB50-FR02 was operated by ISAE / ONERA and built by ISAE (F).