Aleph Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Aleph bus accounts for 8 cataloged objects, of which 0 are in orbit and 0 are active. 8 have reentered. Most are built by URUGUS. The largest operator on this bus is URUGUS. The first launched in 2016, the most recent in 2020.
0
In orbit
0
Active
8
Total launched
8
Reentered
Aleph launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Aleph satellites.
| Manufacturer | URUGUS |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth observation |
| Launch mass | 37 kg |
| Dry mass | 37 kg |
| Length | 0.75 m |
| Diameter | 0.4 m |
| Span | 0.75 m |
| Shape | Box |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | None |
| Design life | 3-4 years |
| Equipment | Imaging payload (all), LUSEX U/V linear transponder payload (#1) |
Top operators
URUGUS 8
Top countries
UY 8
Aleph satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUSAT-6 (HYPATIA) Hypatia | 46272 | 2020-061A | URUGUS | Sep 3, 2020 | 87 min, 97.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-8 (MARIE) Marie | 45018 | 2020-003C | URUGUS | Jan 15, 2020 | 87 min, 97.1° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-7 (SOPHIE) Sophie | 45017 | 2020-003B | URUGUS | Jan 15, 2020 | 87 min, 97.1° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-5 (MARYAM) Maryam | 43204 | 2018-015K | URUGUS | Feb 2, 2018 | 87 min, 97.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-4 (ADA) Ada | 43195 | 2018-015D | URUGUS | Feb 2, 2018 | 87 min, 97.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-3 (MILANESAT) Milanesat | 42760 | 2017-034C | URUGUS | Jun 15, 2017 | 88 min, 43.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-2 (BATATA) Batata | 41558 | 2016-033C | URUGUS | May 30, 2016 | 87 min, 97.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| NUSAT-1 (FRESCO) Fresco | 41557 | 2016-033B | URUGUS | May 30, 2016 | 87 min, 97.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Aleph satellites are there?
The catalog lists 8 objects built on the Aleph bus. 0 are in orbit and 8 have reentered.
How many Aleph satellites are in orbit?
0 Aleph objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the Aleph bus?
The Aleph bus is most commonly built by URUGUS.
When did the first Aleph satellite launch?
The first cataloged Aleph satellite launched in 2016, and the most recent in 2020.