SIMBA
Re-entered 14 Aug 2024SIMBA (NORAD 46279, COSPAR 2020-061H) was a B satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Aug 2024, launched on 3 Sep 2020 on the SSMS mission. It was operated by IRMB as part of the RMI programme. The spacecraft was built by IRMB/ISISBV 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 SIMBA?
SIMBA re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Aug 2024, 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 SIMBA re-enter the atmosphere?
SIMBA re-entered on 14 Aug 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SIMBA?
SIMBA was operated by IRMB and built by IRMB/ISISBV (B).