NuSat 23
Re-entered 1 Nov 2024NuSat 23 (NORAD 52168, COSPAR 2022-033M) was a UY satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Nov 2024, launched on 1 Apr 2022 on the Transporter-4 mission. It was operated by URUGUS as part of the Satelog programme. The spacecraft was built by URUGUS on the Newsat IV bus, with a mass of 41.5 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 NuSat 23?
NuSat 23 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 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 NuSat 23 re-enter the atmosphere?
NuSat 23 re-entered on 1 Nov 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NuSat 23?
NuSat 23 was operated by URUGUS and built by URUGUS (UY).