EBAD Test Mass
Re-entered 10 Jun 2023EBAD Test Mass (NORAD 55446, COSPAR 2023-014BH) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Jun 2023, launched on 31 Jan 2023 on the Starlink Group 2-6 mission. It was operated by EBAD as part of the EBAD programme. The spacecraft was built by EBAD, 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 EBAD Test Mass?
EBAD Test Mass re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Jun 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 EBAD Test Mass re-enter the atmosphere?
EBAD Test Mass re-entered on 10 Jun 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built EBAD Test Mass?
EBAD Test Mass was operated by EBAD and built by EBAD (US).