ISS ICS-EF
Re-entered 23 Jul 2009ISS ICS-EF (NORAD 45265, COSPAR 1998-067RJ) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Jul 2009, launched on 15 Jul 2009 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by JAXA as part of the Kibo ORU programme. The spacecraft was built by NECT? on the JEM EFP bus, with a mass of 310 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 ISS ICS-EF?
ISS ICS-EF re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Jul 2009, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2009. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did ISS ICS-EF re-enter the atmosphere?
ISS ICS-EF re-entered on 23 Jul 2009, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ISS ICS-EF?
ISS ICS-EF was operated by JAXA and built by NECT? (J).