Suggestion for New Satellite
Suggested by bali on: 2026-06-20 02:05
Citation: https://humans-in-space.jaxa.jp/en/biz-lab/news/detail/005757.html
Verdict: Approved
Reviewed by - on: 2026-06-20 08:37
| Name | HOKUSHIN-1 |
| NORAD ID | 98300 |
| Followed NORAD ID | - |
| Alternative Names | - |
| Description | This is a technology demonstration satellite aimed at future expansion of activities beyond the Moon. Experiments of key technologies essential for deep space exploration missions will be conducted in low Earth orbit (approximately 400 km altitude). It implements orbit determination (ranging) using university ground stations, a compact high-efficiency propulsion system, and deployable solar panels enabling high-power generation. |
| Owner/Operator | - |
| Status |
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| Website | https://www.tohoku.ac.jp/japanese/2026/02/press20260226-03-HOKUSHIN.html |
| Dashboard URL | - |
| Launch Date | June 19, 2026, midnight |
| Deploy Date | June 19, 2026, midnight |
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