HARP
Re-entered 4 Apr 2022HARP (NORAD 45256, COSPAR 1998-067QZ) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Apr 2022, launched on 2 Nov 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by UMBC as part of the UMBC programme. The spacecraft was built by UMBC on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 HARP?
HARP re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Apr 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 HARP re-enter the atmosphere?
HARP re-entered on 4 Apr 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built HARP?
HARP was operated by UMBC and built by UMBC (US).