W-Cube
Re-entered 1 Oct 2025W-Cube (NORAD 48965, COSPAR 2021-059CQ) was a FI satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Oct 2025, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by REAKT as part of the Reaktor programme. The spacecraft was built by REAKT on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 5 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 W-Cube?
W-Cube re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Oct 2025, 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 W-Cube re-enter the atmosphere?
W-Cube re-entered on 1 Oct 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built W-Cube?
W-Cube was operated by REAKT and built by REAKT (FI).