e-kagaku-1
Re-entered 4 Mar 2026e-kagaku-1 (NORAD 65942, COSPAR 1998-067XP) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Mar 2026, launched on 14 Sep 2025 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by EKAG as part of the e-kagaku programme. The spacecraft was built by EKAG 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 e-kagaku-1?
e-kagaku-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Mar 2026, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2025. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did e-kagaku-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
e-kagaku-1 re-entered on 4 Mar 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built e-kagaku-1?
e-kagaku-1 was operated by EKAG and built by EKAG (J).