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Mission Profile
| Name (pre-launch in parentheses) | REIMEI (INDEX) | |
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| International Designation Code | 2005-031B | |
| Objectives | Demonstration of next-generation advanced satellite technologies in orbit
Realization of small-scale, frequent scientific observation missions |
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| Launch | Date | 06:10, August 24, 2005 (JST) |
| Location | Republic of Kazakhstan | |
| Launch Vehicle | Dnepr (launched together with OICETS satellite) | |
| Configuration | Weight | Approx. 60 kg |
| Dimensions | 60 × 60 × 70 cm [Click image for enlargement] |
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| Orbit | Altitude | Perigee 610 km, Apogee 654 km |
| Inclination | 97.8° | |
| Type of Orbit | Near-circular orbit | |
| Period | 97 min | |
| Attitude Control Method | Bias Momentum Three Axis Stabilized Attitude Control | |
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| Operation | All the onboard instruments are operational in orbit. We succeeded in demonstrating advanced onboard satellite instrument technologies in orbit, including a solar-concentrated paddle using thin-film reflector and ultra-small GPS receiver as engineering missions. | |
| Results | We successfully obtained scientific results in terms of both satellite engineering and space science, and were able to demonstrate the effectiveness of small satellite. | |
- Better Development of Attitude Control Systems for Satellites - Development Diary of REIMEI Satellite (The Forefront of Space Science)
- Small Scientific Satellite REIMEI and Auroral Observation (The Forefront of Space Science)
- Development of Small Highly Functional Science Satellite, INDEX (The Forefront of Space Science)