Luna-Glob
Re-entered 11 Aug 2023Luna-Glob (NORAD 57600, COSPAR 2023-118A) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Aug 2023, launched on 10 Aug 2023 on the Luna-Glob mission. It was operated by IKI as part of the Luna New programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOLO on the Luna E-8 bus, with a mass of 1,800 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 Luna-Glob?
Luna-Glob re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Aug 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 Luna-Glob re-enter the atmosphere?
Luna-Glob re-entered on 11 Aug 2023, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Luna-Glob?
Luna-Glob was operated by IKI and built by NPOLO (RU).