CIRBE
Re-entered 4 Oct 2024CIRBE (NORAD 56188, COSPAR 2023-054L) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Oct 2024, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by UCO as part of the UCO programme. The spacecraft was built by UCO on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 5.5 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 CIRBE?
CIRBE re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Oct 2024, 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 CIRBE re-enter the atmosphere?
CIRBE re-entered on 4 Oct 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CIRBE?
CIRBE was operated by UCO and built by UCO (US).