LabSat
Re-entered 10 Sep 2024LabSat (NORAD 51086, COSPAR 2022-002DG) was a PL satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Sep 2024, launched on 13 Jan 2022 on the Transporter-3 mission. It was operated by SATRV as part of the STORK programme. The spacecraft was built by SATRV 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 LabSat?
LabSat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Sep 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2022. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did LabSat re-enter the atmosphere?
LabSat re-entered on 10 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built LabSat?
LabSat was operated by SATRV and built by SATRV (PL).