Houjian zaihe cang
Re-entered 13 May 2023Houjian zaihe cang (NORAD 53945, COSPAR 2022-120C) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 May 2023, launched on 26 Sep 2022 on the Yaogan 36 01 mission. It was operated by CASC as part of the SAST LV programme. The spacecraft was built by BWYIC, with a mass of 100 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 Houjian zaihe cang?
Houjian zaihe cang re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 May 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 Houjian zaihe cang re-enter the atmosphere?
Houjian zaihe cang re-entered on 13 May 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Houjian zaihe cang?
Houjian zaihe cang was operated by CASC and built by BWYIC (CN).