Shinsei

Shinsei - JAXA Satellite

Shinsei was an early Japanese scientific satellite developed by the Institute of Space and Astronautical Science (ISAS), which is now part of JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency). The Shinsei satellite was primarily designed to conduct scientific research in space, focusing on cosmic ray measurements and the study of solar particles. The mission aimed to enhance understanding of the space environment and contribute to space science research.

Shinsei Mission Information

Mission Details

NameShinsei
TypeSatellite
ApplicationTo conduct observation of ionosphere, cosmic rays, shortwave band solar noise, etc.
Launch DateSeptember 28, 1971
Launch SiteKagoshima Space Center (Uchinoura), Japan
Launch VehicleM-4S-3

Satellite Details

Scientific InstrumentShortwave band solar radio monitor (RN), Cosmic ray monitor (CR), Ionosphere plasma monitor (ID), Geomagnetism attitude system (GAS), In-satellite environment monitor (HK), Telemetry transmitter (TM-SA), Data recorder (DR), Command receiver (CM-SA), Power
Mass66 Kg
Shape26-hedron in a sphere with a 75cm diameter

Orbit Information

OrbitElliptical Orbit
Orbital AltitudePerigee 870 Km, Apogee 1870 Km
Orbital Inclination32 Degrees
Orbital Period133 Minutes

Space Organization Details

OrganizationJAXA
ContinentAsia
CountryJapan
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