Stratosat TK-1-G
Re-entered 17 Dec 2024Stratosat TK-1-G (NORAD 57325, COSPAR 2023-091AZ) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Dec 2024, launched on 27 Jun 2023 on the Soyuz Rideshare 11 mission. It was operated by STRAT / MKS as part of the StratoSat programme. The spacecraft was built by MKS on the TinySat 1TU bus, with a mass of 0.125 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 Stratosat TK-1-G?
Stratosat TK-1-G re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 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 Stratosat TK-1-G re-enter the atmosphere?
Stratosat TK-1-G re-entered on 17 Dec 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Stratosat TK-1-G?
Stratosat TK-1-G was operated by STRAT / MKS and built by MKS (RU).