Veronika
Re-entered 14 Aug 2025Veronika (NORAD 58261, COSPAR 2023-174F) was a SK satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Aug 2025, launched on 11 Nov 2023 on the Transporter-9 mission. It was operated by TUKE / SPMNC as part of the TUKE programme. The spacecraft was built by SPMNC on the Cubesat 1U bus, with a mass of 1 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 Veronika?
Veronika re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Aug 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 Veronika re-enter the atmosphere?
Veronika re-entered on 14 Aug 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Veronika?
Veronika was operated by TUKE / SPMNC and built by SPMNC (SK).