FUTURA-SM3
Re-entered 19 Apr 2023FUTURA-SM3 (NORAD 55106, COSPAR 2023-001DB) was a I satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Apr 2023, launched on 3 Jan 2023 on the Transporter-6 mission. It was operated by SPMIND as part of the SpMind programme. The spacecraft was built by SPMIND on the Cubesat 6U bus, with a mass of 10 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 FUTURA-SM3?
FUTURA-SM3 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Apr 2023, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2023. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did FUTURA-SM3 re-enter the atmosphere?
FUTURA-SM3 re-entered on 19 Apr 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FUTURA-SM3?
FUTURA-SM3 was operated by SPMIND and built by SPMIND (I).