Alfa Crux
Re-entered 5 Apr 2024Alfa Crux (NORAD 52160, COSPAR 2022-033D) was a BR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Apr 2024, launched on 1 Apr 2022 on the Transporter-4 mission. It was operated by UNB as part of the Brasilia programme. The spacecraft was built by ALENSP/UNB on the Cubesat 1U 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 Alfa Crux?
Alfa Crux re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Apr 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 Alfa Crux re-enter the atmosphere?
Alfa Crux re-entered on 5 Apr 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Alfa Crux?
Alfa Crux was operated by UNB and built by ALENSP/UNB (BR).