DRO-B
Re-entered 18 Mar 2024DRO-B (NORAD 60058, COSPAR 2024-048D) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Mar 2024, launched on 13 Mar 2024 on the DRO-A/DRO-B mission. It was operated by China Aerospace / CSU CAS as part of the CAS DRO programme. The spacecraft was built by SECM on the DRO bus, with a mass of 400 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 DRO-B?
DRO-B re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Mar 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2024. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did DRO-B re-enter the atmosphere?
DRO-B re-entered on 18 Mar 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DRO-B?
DRO-B was operated by China Aerospace / CSU CAS and built by SECM (CN).