IT-SPINS
Re-entered 28 Feb 2024IT-SPINS (NORAD 49017, COSPAR 2021-013G) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Feb 2024, launched on 20 Feb 2021 on the Cygnus NG-15 mission. It was operated by MSU as part of the MSU programme. The spacecraft was built by MSU 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 IT-SPINS?
IT-SPINS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Feb 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 IT-SPINS re-enter the atmosphere?
IT-SPINS re-entered on 28 Feb 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IT-SPINS?
IT-SPINS was operated by MSU and built by MSU (US).