SMOG-1
Re-entered 28 Jul 2024SMOG-1 (NORAD 47964, COSPAR 2021-022AJ) was a HU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jul 2024, launched on 22 Mar 2021 on the Soyuz Rideshare 9 mission. It was operated by BME as part of the BUTE programme. The spacecraft was built by BME on the 1P bus, with a mass of 0.25 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.
Lifecycle
Specifications
Frequently asked questions
What happened to SMOG-1?
SMOG-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Jul 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 SMOG-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
SMOG-1 re-entered on 28 Jul 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SMOG-1?
SMOG-1 was operated by BME and built by BME (HU).