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Re-entry

The return of a space object to Earth through the atmosphere.

Re-entry is a critical end-of-life phase with safety implications.

Types

  • Controlled: Targeted impact zone
  • Uncontrolled: Natural decay

Requirements

  • Casualty risk assessment
  • Design for demise consideration
  • Notification to authorities

Re-entry - Definition | Space Compliance Glossary | Caelex — Regulatory OS for the orbital economy