VCUB 1
Re-entered 1 Feb 2025VCUB 1 (NORAD 56215, COSPAR 2023-054AP) was a BR satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Feb 2025, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by VISTE as part of the VCUB programme. The spacecraft was built by VISTE 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 VCUB 1?
VCUB 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Feb 2025, 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 VCUB 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
VCUB 1 re-entered on 1 Feb 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built VCUB 1?
VCUB 1 was operated by VISTE and built by VISTE (BR).