StriX-Alpha
Re-entered 27 Oct 2023StriX-Alpha (NORAD 47253, COSPAR 2020-098A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 2023, launched on 15 Dec 2020 on the Strix-Alpha mission. It was operated by SYNSP as part of the Synspective programme. The spacecraft was built by SYNSP on the StriX bus, with a mass of 150 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 StriX-Alpha?
StriX-Alpha re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 2023, 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 StriX-Alpha re-enter the atmosphere?
StriX-Alpha re-entered on 27 Oct 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built StriX-Alpha?
StriX-Alpha was operated by SYNSP and built by SYNSP (J).