KITSUNE
Re-entered 14 Mar 2023KITSUNE (NORAD 52148, COSPAR 1998-067TK) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Mar 2023, launched on 19 Feb 2022 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by KYUT as part of the Kyutech programme. The spacecraft was built by KYUT on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 10 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 KITSUNE?
KITSUNE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Mar 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 KITSUNE re-enter the atmosphere?
KITSUNE re-entered on 14 Mar 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built KITSUNE?
KITSUNE was operated by KYUT and built by KYUT (J).