CUAVA-1
Re-entered 2 Sep 2022CUAVA-1 (NORAD 49275, COSPAR 1998-067SU) was a AU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Sep 2022, launched on 29 Aug 2021 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by USYD / UNSW as part of the Sydney programme. The spacecraft was built by USYD/UNSW 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 CUAVA-1?
CUAVA-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Sep 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 CUAVA-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
CUAVA-1 re-entered on 2 Sep 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CUAVA-1?
CUAVA-1 was operated by USYD / UNSW and built by USYD/UNSW (AU).