Danuri
Re-entered 5 Aug 2022Danuri (NORAD 53365, COSPAR 2022-094A) was a KR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Aug 2022, launched on 4 Aug 2022 on the KPLO mission. It is catalogued as KPLO. It was operated by KARI as part of the KLEP programme. The spacecraft was built by KARI on the KPLO bus, with a mass of 678 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 Danuri?
Danuri re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Aug 2022, 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 Danuri re-enter the atmosphere?
Danuri re-entered on 5 Aug 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Danuri?
Danuri was operated by KARI and built by KARI (KR).