Japan launches rapid innovative technology demonstration satellite
The satellite, named RAISE-4 or Satellite-4, was deployed on Sunday using an Electron rocket provided by the US company Rocket Lab, launching from the firm’s Spaceport Complex 1 in New Zealand. The project was a collaborative effort involving private companies, universities, and research institutions across Japan.
Peter Beck, Rocket Lab’s founder and CEO, praised the mission, saying, “This dedicated mission delivered precision and reliability for one of the world’s most respected space agencies, and we couldn’t be prouder of supporting JAXA with the dedicated access to space needed to support the growth of Japan’s aerospace economy.”
Previously, Japan relied on its small Epsilon rockets for similar technology demonstration missions, which experienced failures in 2023, making this successful launch a notable achievement for the country’s space program.
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