TUMnanosat
Re-entered 31 Jan 2023TUMnanosat (NORAD 53464, COSPAR 1998-067UD) was a MD satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 2023, launched on 15 Jul 2022 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by TUMD as part of the TU Moldova programme. The spacecraft was built by TUMD 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 TUMnanosat?
TUMnanosat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 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 TUMnanosat re-enter the atmosphere?
TUMnanosat re-entered on 31 Jan 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built TUMnanosat?
TUMnanosat was operated by TUMD and built by TUMD (MD).