Calsphere 1
Re-entered 1 Jul 1963Calsphere 1 (NORAD 507, COSPAR 1962 B TAU 3) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jul 1963, launched on 13 Dec 1962. It was operated by NRL as part of the NRL Cal programme. The spacecraft was built by NRL on the NRL 6" Calsphere 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 Calsphere 1?
Calsphere 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Jul 1963, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1962. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Calsphere 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Calsphere 1 re-entered on 1 Jul 1963, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Calsphere 1?
Calsphere 1 was operated by NRL and built by NRL (US).