TAU-Sat-1
Re-entered 5 May 2022TAU-Sat-1 (NORAD 47926, COSPAR 1998-067SC) was a IL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 May 2022, launched on 20 Feb 2021 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TAU as part of the TAU programme. The spacecraft was built by TAU 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 TAU-Sat-1?
TAU-Sat-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 May 2022, 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 TAU-Sat-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
TAU-Sat-1 re-entered on 5 May 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TAU-Sat-1?
TAU-Sat-1 was operated by TAU and built by TAU (IL).