Janus-1
Re-entered 29 Jun 2023Janus-1 (NORAD 55564, COSPAR 2023-019C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Jun 2023, launched on 10 Feb 2023 on the EOS-07 mission. It was operated by ANTAR as part of the Antaris programme. The spacecraft was built by ANTAR 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 Janus-1?
Janus-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 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 Janus-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
Janus-1 re-entered on 29 Jun 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Janus-1?
Janus-1 was operated by ANTAR and built by ANTAR (US).