SteamSat-2
Re-entered 26 Sep 2023SteamSat-2 (NORAD 51099, COSPAR 2022-003F) was a UK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Sep 2023, launched on 13 Jan 2022 on the Above The Clouds mission. It was operated by STEAM / SATRV as part of the STEAM programme. The spacecraft was built by SATRV on the Cubesat 1.5U bus, with a mass of 1.37 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 SteamSat-2?
SteamSat-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Sep 2023, 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 SteamSat-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
SteamSat-2 re-entered on 26 Sep 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SteamSat-2?
SteamSat-2 was operated by STEAM / SATRV and built by SATRV (UK).