UoSAT MS-70 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The UoSAT MS-70 bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 0 are active. Most are built by SSTL. The largest operator on this bus is AFSMC. The first launched in 2000, the most recent in 2001.
3
In orbit
0
Active
3
Total launched
0
Reentered
UoSAT MS-70 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged UoSAT MS-70 satellites.
| Manufacturer | SSTL |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth observation, technology |
| Launch mass | 50 kg |
| Dry mass | 50 kg |
| Length | 0.7 m |
| Diameter | 0.4 m |
| Span | 6 m |
| Shape | Box + Ant |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | None |
| Equipment | PBEX, IOX, CERTO, OPPEX |
| Typical orbit | 96 min period, 65° inclination |
Top operators
AFSMC 1 BKSA 1 TSHUA 1
Top countries
CN 1 MY 1 US 1
UoSAT MS-70 satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PICOSAT 9 Picosat | 26930 | 2001-043B | AFSMC | Sep 30, 2001 | 101 min, 67.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| SAUDISAT 1A (SO-41) Malaysia-OSCAR-46 | 26545 | 2000-057A | BKSA | Sep 26, 2000 | 96 min, 64.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| TZINGHUA 1 Hangtian Qinghua 1 | 26385 | 2000-033B | TSHUA | Jun 28, 2000 | 98 min, 97.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many UoSAT MS-70 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the UoSAT MS-70 bus. 3 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many UoSAT MS-70 satellites are in orbit?
3 UoSAT MS-70 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the UoSAT MS-70 bus?
The UoSAT MS-70 bus is most commonly built by SSTL.
When did the first UoSAT MS-70 satellite launch?
The first cataloged UoSAT MS-70 satellite launched in 2000, and the most recent in 2001.