NSSDCA/COSPAR ID: 1983-011A
This X-ray astronomy mission had the following major objectives: (1) study of X-ray source spectra with good energy resolution; (2) study of temporal variations of X-ray sources; (3) all-sky survey for X-ray bursts and transients; and, (4) observation of soft X-ray sources with a reflecting telescope. The spacecraft could spin at 0.546, 0.137, or 0.068 rpm with the aid of a momentum wheel. The spin axis was maneuvered by magnetic torquing.
Launch Date: 1983-02-20
Launch Vehicle: M-3S-3
Launch Site: Uchinoura Space Center, Japan
Mass: 216 kg
Questions and comments about this spacecraft can be directed to: Coordinated Request and User Support Office
Name | Role | Original Affiliation | |
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Prof. Yasuo Tanaka | Project Manager | Institute of Space and Aeronautical Science | |
Dr. Jun Nishimura | Project Scientist | Institute of Space and Aeronautical Science | anb05012@nifty.com |
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