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KSAT 2 [Kagoshima University]
KSAT 2 (Kagoshima Satellite 2, also named Hayato 2) is a small 1U CubeSat mission developed by the Kagoshima University. It is a modified reflight of the failed KSAT (Hayato) satellite.
The objectives of the mission are:
- Study on Forecast of Localized Downpour and Tornado - In-orbit experiments of an original observation method of atmospheric water vapor.
- Take Earth Live Images from Space - Ku-band high-speed data transmission, one shot / a few seconds.
- Basic Experiments for LEO Positioning Satellites - Frequency and phase synchronization between a ground-base system and a satellite.
- Orbit Determination Experiments with Radio Interferometer - Essential item for nano-satellite orbiting at very low earth orbit.
- Satellite Tracking Experiment at Very Low Earth Orbit - Evaluation of Earth's atmosphere to the satellite.
- Verification of Pantograph-type Extending Boom in Space - The boom was originally designed and is fit for compact satellites.
- Messages of Encouragement from Space to Japan - Hand-lettered messages and heart warm pictures, especially from children responsible for the future.
| Nation: | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type / Application: | Technology |
| Operator: | Kagoshima University |
| Contractors: | Kagoshima University |
| Equipment: | |
| Configuration: | CubeSat (1U) |
| Propulsion: | None |
| Power: | 2 deployable fixed solar arrays, solar cells, batteries |
| Lifetime: | ? |
| Mass: | 1.5 kg |
| Orbit: | 382 km × 388 km, 65.01° |
| Satellite | COSPAR | Date | LS | Launch Vehicle | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSAT 2 (Hayato 2) | 2014-009G | 27.02.2014 | Ta YLP-1 | H-2A-202 | with GPM-Core, STARS 2, ShindaiSat, TeikyoSat 3, OPUSAT, INVADER, ITF 1 |
Launch Sites:
- Ta = Tanegashima Space Center, Tanegashima, Japan
References:
- Kagoshima University: KSAT 2 (Hayato) Project
