INS-2TD
Re-entered 13 Nov 2024INS-2TD (NORAD 51658, COSPAR 2022-013C) was a IN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Nov 2024, launched on 14 Feb 2022 on the RISAT-1A mission. It was operated by ISRO as part of the INS programme. The spacecraft was built by ISAC on the INS-2 bus, with a mass of 17.5 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 INS-2TD?
INS-2TD re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Nov 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 INS-2TD re-enter the atmosphere?
INS-2TD re-entered on 13 Nov 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built INS-2TD?
INS-2TD was operated by ISRO and built by ISAC (IN).