DEAR-1 SM
Re-entered 1 Oct 2025DEAR-1 SM (NORAD 58586, COSPAR 2023-199A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Oct 2025, launched on 16 Dec 2023 on the Dier-1 mission. It was operated by ZYK as part of the DEAR SM programme. The spacecraft was built by ZYK on the DEAR A10 bus, with a mass of 150 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.
Lifecycle
Specifications
Frequently asked questions
What happened to DEAR-1 SM?
DEAR-1 SM re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 1 Oct 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 DEAR-1 SM re-enter the atmosphere?
DEAR-1 SM re-entered on 1 Oct 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DEAR-1 SM?
DEAR-1 SM was operated by ZYK and built by ZYK (CN).