Revela
Re-entered 30 Dec 2024Revela (NORAD 56224, COSPAR 2023-054AY) was a I satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Dec 2024, launched on 15 Apr 2023 on the Transporter-7 mission. It was operated by ARCAD as part of the ArcaD programme. The spacecraft was built by SPMIND 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 Revela?
Revela re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Dec 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 Revela re-enter the atmosphere?
Revela re-entered on 30 Dec 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Revela?
Revela was operated by ARCAD and built by SPMIND (I).