Mir-Sat-1
Re-entered 18 Apr 2022Mir-Sat-1 (NORAD 48868, COSPAR 1998-067SP) was a MU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Apr 2022, launched on 3 Jun 2021 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by MRIC as part of the MRIC programme. The spacecraft was built by MRIC on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 Mir-Sat-1?
Mir-Sat-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Apr 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 Mir-Sat-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Mir-Sat-1 re-entered on 18 Apr 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Mir-Sat-1?
Mir-Sat-1 was operated by MRIC and built by MRIC (MU).