NUTSAT
Re-entered 4 Apr 2023NUTSAT (NORAD 55124, COSPAR 1998-067UR) was a TW satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Apr 2023, launched on 26 Nov 2022 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by NFU / NSPO as part of the NFU programme. The spacecraft was built by NFU on the Cubesat 2U bus, with a mass of 2 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 NUTSAT?
NUTSAT re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Apr 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 NUTSAT re-enter the atmosphere?
NUTSAT re-entered on 4 Apr 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built NUTSAT?
NUTSAT was operated by NFU / NSPO and built by NFU (TW).