SOMP 2b
Re-entered 19 Nov 2024SOMP 2b (NORAD 47445, COSPAR 2021-006AJ) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Nov 2024, launched on 24 Jan 2021 on the Transporter-1 mission. It was operated by TUD as part of the TUD programme. The spacecraft was built by TUD on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 SOMP 2b?
SOMP 2b re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Nov 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2021. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SOMP 2b re-enter the atmosphere?
SOMP 2b re-entered on 19 Nov 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SOMP 2b?
SOMP 2b was operated by TUD and built by TUD (D).