LacunaSat 2b
Re-entered 27 Apr 2024LacunaSat 2b (NORAD 47948, COSPAR 2021-022S) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Apr 2024, launched on 22 Mar 2021 on the Soyuz Rideshare 9 mission. It was operated by LACU / OCOS as part of the Lacuna programme. The spacecraft was built by OCOS 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 LacunaSat 2b?
LacunaSat 2b re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Apr 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 LacunaSat 2b re-enter the atmosphere?
LacunaSat 2b re-entered on 27 Apr 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built LacunaSat 2b?
LacunaSat 2b was operated by LACU / OCOS and built by OCOS (UK).