OPTIMAL-1
Re-entered 22 Aug 2023OPTIMAL-1 (NORAD 55183, COSPAR 1998-067VA) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Aug 2023, launched on 26 Nov 2022 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by ARKE / FUKUIU as part of the ArkEdge programme. The spacecraft was built by ARKE on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 4 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 OPTIMAL-1?
OPTIMAL-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Aug 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 OPTIMAL-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
OPTIMAL-1 re-entered on 22 Aug 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OPTIMAL-1?
OPTIMAL-1 was operated by ARKE / FUKUIU and built by ARKE (J).