Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency TRICOM-1R SS-520-5
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About the TRICOM-1R Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
TRICOM-1 is an experimental 3U cubsat build by University of Tokyo. It is equipped with 5 small cameras for Earth imaging purposes, and is also tasked with storing and transmitting data between ground terminals.
TRICOM-1R is a replacement for the failed SS-520-4 launch of TRICOM-1.
Launch Pad & Location
KS Center
Uchinoura Space Center, Japan
The KS Center launch pad has hosted 7 rocket launches, including 7 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 SS-520-5 Rocket
The fifth configuration of the SS-520, succeeded as the smallest rocket to put something into orbit. It holds this title to this day.
Learn more about the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520-5 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 was the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R launch scheduled?
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R launch video?
You can watch the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R mission launch from?
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 rocket launched from KS 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.
What rocket was used for the TRICOM-1R mission?
The TRICOM-1R mission launched aboard a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 rocket. The fifth configuration of the SS-520, succeeded as the smallest rocket to put something into orbit. It holds this title to this day. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R launch?
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R launch could have been 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.
How can I get updates if the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 TRICOM-1R launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency SS-520 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the TRICOM-1R mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.