Bobcat 1
Re-entered 9 Apr 2022Bobcat 1 (NORAD 46922, COSPAR 1998-067RS) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Apr 2022, launched on 3 Oct 2020 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by OHIOU as part of the OU programme. The spacecraft was built by OHIOU 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 Bobcat 1?
Bobcat 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Apr 2022, 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 Bobcat 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Bobcat 1 re-entered on 9 Apr 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Bobcat 1?
Bobcat 1 was operated by OHIOU and built by OHIOU (US).