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Soviet spacecraft Cosmos 482 expected to crash back to Earth

Cosmos 482, a 1972 Soviet spacecraft, is set to return to Earth this week

On Monday, NASA said that Cosmos 482 will return to Earth sometime between Wednesday, May 7, and May 13. The spacecraft is expected to start descending on Saturday, May 10. The space agency said that since the probe was designed to withstand entry into Venus' atmosphere, it is possible that parts of it will survive reentry.

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Failed Soviet-era spacecraft expected to crash back to Earth within days

A failed Soviet-era spacecraft that became trapped in Earth’s orbit by mistake more than 50 years ago is expected to crash back onto the planet within days.

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A Soviet-era spacecraft that failed to reach Venus is due to crash back to Earth this week

A piece of space junk called Cosmos 482 is unlikely to pose a threat to people or property. But space experts say it highlights the need to stay vigilant.

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53-year-old Soviet Venus probe may crash over AZ this week. What to know

Kosmos 482 was meant to explore Venus, but became an accidental satellite. Everything to know about the Soviet Venus probe ...

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Soviet spacecraft Cosmos 482 expected to crash back to Earth after 'final death plunge'

A Soviet-era spacecraft is set to reenter Earth's atmosphere after over 50 years, returning this week from its failed mission to Venus . NASA said Monday that Cosmos 482 will return to Earth ...

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