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American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > Failed Soviet Probe Plunges Back to Earth After 53 Years Stuck in Orbit : ScienceAlert
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Failed Soviet Probe Plunges Back to Earth After 53 Years Stuck in Orbit : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 11, 2025 9:45 pm
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A historic event took place on 10 May 2025 when a spacecraft that had been stuck in Earth orbit for over 50 years finally made its return. Kosmos 482, the last vestige of the Soviet Venus exploration program, reentered Earth’s atmosphere after a failed attempt to reach Venus back in 1972.

Originally launched on 31 March 1972, Kosmos 482 was designed to withstand the extreme conditions of Venus, including scorching temperatures, acid rain, and high atmospheric pressure. Scientists had speculated that the 495-kilogram lander might survive atmospheric entry due to its robust construction.

However, the Russian government’s space agency reported that Kosmos 482 likely fell into the ocean upon reentry. This was not surprising given that 71% of Earth’s surface is covered by water. Despite some uncertainty about its exact landing location, calculations suggested that it descended into the Indian Ocean west of Jakarta.

Astronomer Marco Langbroek noted that while there was still some ambiguity surrounding Kosmos 482’s final resting place, the European Space Agency and the Technical University of Denmark provided estimates for the time of entry. The Indian Ocean was considered the most probable location for the spacecraft’s splashdown.

Overall, the successful reentry of Kosmos 482 was a positive outcome for humanity as it avoided causing any problems upon landing. The spacecraft’s journey back to Earth after more than five decades in orbit marked the end of a chapter in space exploration history.

For more information on the intriguing history of Kosmos 482, you can explore further resources.

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