Tianwen-1
Re-entered 23 Jul 2020Tianwen-1 (NORAD 45935, COSPAR 2020-049A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Jul 2020, launched on 23 Jul 2020 on the Tianwen-1 mission. It was operated by LDSE / CAST as part of the Tianwen programme. The spacecraft was built by SAST on the Tianwen bus, with a mass of 3,175 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 Tianwen-1?
Tianwen-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Jul 2020, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2020. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Tianwen-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Tianwen-1 re-entered on 23 Jul 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tianwen-1?
Tianwen-1 was operated by LDSE / CAST and built by SAST (CN).