DS-MG No. 1
Re-entered 28 Sep 1964DS-MG No. 1 (NORAD 766, COSPAR 1964-013A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 1964, launched on 18 Mar 1964 on the DS-MG No. 1 mission. It was operated by OKB586 as part of the DS-MG programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB586 on the DS bus, with a mass of 285 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 DS-MG No. 1?
DS-MG No. 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Sep 1964, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1964. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did DS-MG No. 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
DS-MG No. 1 re-entered on 28 Sep 1964, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DS-MG No. 1?
DS-MG No. 1 was operated by OKB586 and built by OKB586 (SU).