ZIMSAT-1
Re-entered 16 May 2023ZIMSAT-1 (NORAD 54537, COSPAR 1998-067UP) was a ZW satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 2023, launched on 7 Nov 2022 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ZINGSA as part of the ZINGA programme. The spacecraft was built by KYUT 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 ZIMSAT-1?
ZIMSAT-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 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 ZIMSAT-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
ZIMSAT-1 re-entered on 16 May 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built ZIMSAT-1?
ZIMSAT-1 was operated by ZINGSA and built by KYUT (ZW).