Serenity
Re-entered 12 Oct 2022Serenity (NORAD 53955, COSPAR 2022-122A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Oct 2022, launched on 1 Oct 2022 on the To The Black mission. It was operated by TIS as part of the TIS programme. The spacecraft was built by MINICU on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 3 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 Serenity?
Serenity re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Oct 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 Serenity re-enter the atmosphere?
Serenity re-entered on 12 Oct 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Serenity?
Serenity was operated by TIS and built by MINICU (US).