IMP 8
Re-entered 26 Oct 1973IMP 8 (NORAD 6893, COSPAR 1973-078A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Oct 1973, launched on 26 Oct 1973 on the IMP J mission. It is catalogued as IMP J. It was operated by GSFC as part of the IMP programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC on the IMP bus, with a mass of 273 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 IMP 8?
IMP 8 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Oct 1973, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1973. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did IMP 8 re-enter the atmosphere?
IMP 8 re-entered on 26 Oct 1973, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built IMP 8?
IMP 8 was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).