Known as Binar 2, 3, and 4, the Australian satellites came from Curtin University's Binar Space Program and burned up in the Earth's atmosphere much sooner than planned, according to Space.com.

The Binar Space Program is a satellite research program operating out of Curtin University. It aims to advance our understanding of the Solar System and lower the barrier for operating in space.

Binar-1, a spacecraft built by Curtin University staff and students, became a fireball and burnt up while descending to earth over the weekend. Scientists said the maiden voyage had taught them ...

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Binar is the word for “fireball” in the Noongar language spoken by the Aboriginal people of Perth. Binar-1 became a real “Binar” as it re-entered Earth’s atmosphere over the weekend.

But these cube satellites (CubeSats), known as Binar-2, 3 and 4, entered the atmosphere much sooner than originally planned. They only lasted for two months — a third of what was expected.

Don't miss out on the headlines from Space. Followed categories will be added to My News. Binar-1, a spacecraft built by Curtin University staff and students, became a fireball and burnt up while ...

Binar is the word for “fireball” in the Noongar language spoken by the Aboriginal people of Perth. Binar-1 became a real “Binar” as it re-entered Earth’s atmosphere over the weekend.