QB50-BE05
Re-entered 6 Feb 2022QB50-BE05 (NORAD 45263, COSPAR 1998-067RG) was a B satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Feb 2022, launched on 5 Dec 2019 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by VKI as part of the VKI programme. The spacecraft was built by VKI 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 QB50-BE05?
QB50-BE05 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 6 Feb 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 QB50-BE05 re-enter the atmosphere?
QB50-BE05 re-entered on 6 Feb 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built QB50-BE05?
QB50-BE05 was operated by VKI and built by VKI (B).