JAXA concludes Smart Lander for Investigating Moon
The lander’s primary mission was to land on the Moon within a 100-meter radius of a preselected target, a feat that would have showcased significant progress in landing accuracy.
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Japan’s H3 rocket launches boost space reputation, but challenges remain
Japan's successful consecutive launches of the H3 rockets mark a significant milestone in its space exploration efforts. However, experts caution that the true test lies ahead as Japan prepares for more complex and ambitious missions.
Japan’s ‘Moon Sniper’ resumes lunar exploration, captures close-up images of moon’s surface
On Monday, JAXA announced that it had successfully established communication with the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) and resumed operations. The agency also shared new images of the lunar surface captured by the explorer.
Japan holds hope for Moon Lander recovery: possibility to restore power after historic lunar landing
Despite initial uncertainties surrounding the functionality of the craft's solar batteries, JAXA is gearing up for potential restoration efforts once sunlight reaches its solar panels, marking a significant development in the nation's lunar exploration aspirations.
Japan’s SLIM successfully lands on moon, faces solar power hurdles
While SLIM touched down on the lunar surface, its solar panels faced difficulties in generating electricity, possibly due to incorrect positioning. Hitoshi Kuninaka, the head of JAXA's research centre, highlighted the priority of transferring SLIM's data to Earth as the probe relied solely on its battery, expected to last "a few hours."
Japan’s moon sniper mission targets precision lunar landing
Japan aims to make history with the "moon sniper" mission led by JAXA, attempting an unprecedented precision lunar landing to explore moon water.
ANA flight returns due to cockpit window crack
An All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight in Japan returned due to a cockpit window crack, emphasizing ongoing safety concerns amid regulatory scrutiny on Boeing.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries launched H-IIA rocket carrying Japan’s spy satellite
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries successfully launched H-IIA rocket carrying Japan's Information-Gathering Satellite "Optical-8." This event marks the 48th launch of Japan's flagship H-IIA rocket
Unlocking cosmic mysteries: Japan’s XRISM satellite offers first glimpse into the X-ray cosmos
Japan's XRISM (X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission) satellite, a collaborative effort with NASA and ESA, marks a significant leap in space exploration.
Japan’s H3 rocket set for mid-February launch
Japan gears up for a second attempt to launch the H3 rocket, symbolizing resilience in its space ambitions and determination to compete in satellite launching.