VCC B
Re-entered 13 Oct 2021VCC B (NORAD 44431, COSPAR 1998-067QR) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Oct 2021, launched on 17 Apr 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by UVA as part of the UVA Cube programme. The spacecraft was built by UVA on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1.31 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 VCC B?
VCC B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Oct 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 VCC B re-enter the atmosphere?
VCC B re-entered on 13 Oct 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built VCC B?
VCC B was operated by UVA and built by UVA (US).