PICASSO
Re-entered 9 Apr 2024PICASSO (NORAD 46281, COSPAR 2020-061K) was a B satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Apr 2024, launched on 3 Sep 2020 on the SSMS mission. It was operated by IASB as part of the IASB programme. The spacecraft was built by IASB/CLAAC 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 PICASSO?
PICASSO re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Apr 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 PICASSO re-enter the atmosphere?
PICASSO re-entered on 9 Apr 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built PICASSO?
PICASSO was operated by IASB and built by IASB/CLAAC (B).