Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency JV-LOTUSat-1 Epsilon S
About the JV-LOTUSat-1 Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $39,000,000
Vietnamese Synthetic Aperture Radar Earth observation satellite build by NEC Corporation of Japan, based on Japan's ASNARO 2 satellite and the NEXTAR NX-300L satellite bus. The satellite will contribute to measures against natural disasters and climate change in Vietnam.
Launch Pad & Location
Mu Center
Uchinoura Space Center, Japan
The Mu Center launch pad has hosted 36 rocket launches, including 36 orbital launch attempts. The Uchinoura Space Center, Japan launch site has been the location for 43 total rocket launches.
The Uchinoura Space Center is a space launch facility in the Japanese town of Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture. All of Japan's scientific satellites were launched from Uchinoura prior to the M-V launch vehicles being decommissioned in 2006. It continues to be used for suborbital launches, stratospheric balloons and has also been used for the Epsilon orbital launch vehicle. Additionally, the center has antennas for communication with interplanetary space probes.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S Rocket
The Epsilon S rocket is a Japanese solid-fuel rocket designed to launch scientific satellites. It is a follow-on project to the larger and more expensive M-V rocket which was retired in 2006. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) began developing the Epsilon in 2007. The first stage is based on SRB-3, the strap-on solid-rocket booster of H3
Learn more about the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S Rocket
About Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is Japan's national aero-space agency. Through the merger of three previously independent organizations, JAXA was formed on 1 October 2003. JAXA is responsible for research, technology development and the launch of satellites into orbit, and is involved in many more advanced missions, such as asteroid exploration and possible manned exploration of the Moon. JAXA launch their Epsilon vehicle from the Uchinoura Space Center and their H-II vehicles from the Tanegashima Space Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S JV-LOTUSat-1 launch scheduled?
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S JV-LOTUSat-1 launch is currently scheduled for:
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Launch times are subject to change based on weather conditions, technical readiness, and range availability. Check back regularly for the most up-to-date launch time and status updates.
Where is the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S JV-LOTUSat-1 mission launching from?
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S rocket will launch from Mu Center at Uchinoura Space Center, Japan. The Uchinoura Space Center is a space launch facility in the Japanese town of Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture. All of Japan's scientific satellites were launched from Uchinoura prior to the M-V launch vehicles being decommissioned in 2006. It continues to be used for suborbital launches, stratospheric balloons and has also been used for the Epsilon orbital launch vehicle. Additionally, the center has antennas for communication with interplanetary space probes. For viewing location recommendations and tips, check the launch location details above.
What rocket is being used for the JV-LOTUSat-1 mission?
The JV-LOTUSat-1 mission will launch aboard a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S rocket. The Epsilon S rocket is a Japanese solid-fuel rocket designed to launch scientific satellites. It is a follow-on project to the larger and more expensive M-V rocket which was retired in 2006. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) began developing the Epsilon in 2007. The first stage is based on SRB-3, the strap-on solid-rocket booster of H3 Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could delay the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S JV-LOTUSat-1 launch?
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S JV-LOTUSat-1 launch can be delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites. Check the launch weather forecast above for current conditions and probability of favorable weather.
How can I get updates if the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Epsilon S JV-LOTUSat-1 launch is delayed?
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