Neptuno
Re-entered 15 Aug 2024Neptuno (NORAD 48966, COSPAR 2021-059CR) was a E satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Aug 2024, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It was operated by ELDEC as part of the Eldec programme. The spacecraft was built by ELDEC 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 Neptuno?
Neptuno re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Aug 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 Neptuno re-enter the atmosphere?
Neptuno re-entered on 15 Aug 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Neptuno?
Neptuno was operated by ELDEC and built by ELDEC (E).