24.07.2017
Send EPSILON-3 up to Space with Cheer
JAXA is inviting all to write notes to cheer on the project members and the mission of Epsilon-3, to be launched this fiscal year. The project members of the past series of Epsilon launches have drawn strength from the similar campaigns. The notes sent to JAXA will be printed as part of the decal (sticker) attached to the body of the launch vehicle. JAXA appreciates the positive participation by many. Application Deadline: 5 pm (JST), August 2, 2017 ...
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Update: 8.12.2017
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Launch Date of Epsilon-3 Encapsulating ASNARO-2
National Research and Development Agency
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
JAXA has updated the launch date of the third Epsilon Launch Vehicle (Epsilon-3) which encapsulates the second Advanced Small-size Radar Satellite (ASNARO-2)*. The Epsilon-3 launch, originally scheduled for November 12, 2017, was postponed as its electrical system needed further confirmation. JAXA has identified and taken countermeasures against the factor that delayed the launch. Refer to the following reschedule details;
- Launch Date:
- January 17, 2018
- Launch Time:
- Approximately 6 a.m. through 6:35 a.m. (Japan Standard Time)
- Launch Site:
- The JAXA Uchinoura Space Center
- ASNARO-2 was developed by NEC Corporation as part of the project funded by Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. JAXA, NEC Corporation’s contractor, is in charge of this launch.
- Quelle: JAXA
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- Update: 30.12.2017
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- Update: 6.01.2018
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Epsilon-3/ASNARO-2 new launch date decided!
JAXA has updated the launch date of the Epsilon-3 which encapsulates the ASNARO-2. The Epsilon-3 launch, originally scheduled for November 12, 2017, was postponed as its electrical system needed further confirmation. JAXA has identified and taken countermeasures against the factor that delayed the launch. The new launch date will be January 17, 2018.
Quelle: JAXA---Update: 10.01.2018.Epsilon-3 launch vehicle unveiled
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, JAXA, has unveiled the Epsilon-3 launch vehicle that will carry an advanced small radar satellite into space next week.
The 26-meter rocket was moved to the launch site at JAXA's Uchinoura Space Center in the southern prefecture of Kagoshima on Wednesday.
It is scheduled to lift off on Wednesday next week, with the Earth observation satellite ASNARO-2 on board.
The Japan-made rocket can be launched for around 35 million dollars, about half the cost of conventional small rockets.
Launching ASNARO-type small satellites, which weigh 300 to 600 kilograms, is likely to become a profitable business.
About 5 launches per year overseas are expected, starting in 2020.
JAXA is hoping the Epsilon-3 project leads to foreign business contracts.Quelle: NHKWorld --- Update: 16.01.2018 . JAXA postpones launch of satellite due to lightning
A woman looks at the Epsilon solid-fuel rocket Monday at the Uchinoura Space Center in the town of Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture. The rocket was initially set for launch on Wednesday but was postponed due to expected bad weather. | KYODO
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The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said Monday it will postpone the Wednesday launch of its third Epsilon solid-fuel rocket due to expected bad weather.
The space agency now aims to launch the three-stage, 26-meter rocket from Uchinoura Space Center in the town of Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture, on Thursday morning, at the earliest.
JAXA made the decision because lightning is forecast to threaten the region on Wednesday. Electronic equipment on the rocket may malfunction if struck by lightning, JAXA officials said.
The rocket is set to put an advanced and low-cost Asnaro-2 radar satellite into orbit.
Quelle: The Japan Times
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Launch Schedule Update, Epsilon-3 with ASNARO-2 aboard
January 16, 2018 (JST)
National Research and Development Agency
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)Mentioned below is the launch schedule of Epsilon-3, the third Epsilon launch vehicle which encapsulates NEC Small radar satellite "ASNARO-2" *, from the JAXA Uchinoura Space Center.
- Launch Date:
- January 18, 2018
- Launch Time:
- 6:06:11 a.m. (Japan Standard Time, JST)
- Launch Window:
- 6:06:11 a.m. through 6:30:13 a.m. (JST)
- Reserved Launch Period:
- January 19 through February 28, 2018
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- ASNARO-2 was developed by NEC Corporation as part of the project funded by Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. JAXA, NEC Corporation’s contractor is in charge of the ASNARO-2 launch operations.
- Quelle: JAXA
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- Update: 20.50 MEZ
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- Update: 17.01.2018
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- Start von JAXA´s Epsilon-3 mit Asnaro-2 Satelliten
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Success of Epsilon-3 Launch with ASNARO-2 Aboard
At 6:06:11 a.m. (Japan Standard Time) January 18, 2017, JAXA launched Epsilon-3, the third Epsilon launch vehicle which encapsulates NEC Small radar satellite "ASNARO-2"
, from the JAXA Uchinoura Space Center. The launch occurred on time. The launch and flight of Epsilon-3 took place normally. Approximately 52 minutes 35 seconds into the flight, the separation of ASNARO-2 proceeded, with confirmation as successful.Quelle: JAXA