North Korean Satellite Is Most Likely Dead

Astronomers Say North Korean Satellite Is Most Likely Dead -- New York Times

The North Korean satellite launched into space last week appears to be tumbling in orbit and is most likely dead, astronomers are reporting. The evident failure will not cause the spacecraft to fall quickly back to earth but seems to represent a major blow to the North’s portrayal of the launching as a complete triumph.

“It’s spinning or tumbling, and we haven’t picked up any transmissions,” said Jonathan McDowell, a Harvard astronomer who tracks rocket launchings and space activity. “Those two things are most consistent with the satellite being entirely inactive at this point.”

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More News On North Korea's Missile Test

North Korean Satellite May Be Malfunctioning -- Voice of America
North Korean satellite may already be dead -- CBS/AP
North Korean satellite appears dead: scientist -- Sydney Morning Herald
North Korea's satellite a dud, say US astroboffins -- The Register
Astronomer says malfunctioning North Korea satellite could stay in orbit for years -- Washington Post/AP

My Comment: This confirms my earlier opinion that this was not a satellite test .... it was a missile/rocket test.