Session
Weekday Session 10: Space Access
Location
Utah State University, Logan, UT
Abstract
Fifth Epsilon launch vehicle (Epsilon-5) with Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration-2 was successfully launched from JAXA Uchinoura Space Center in Kagoshima, Japan on November 9, 2021. Successful injection of nine satellites with high accuracy demonstrated the capability of Epsilon launch vehicle for rideshare missions of various satellite sizes. The new Epsilon Satellite Mount Structure-II (ESMS-II) and an adapter was developed to launch more satellites.
In the paper, we first introduce Epsilon launch vehicle and its multi-launch capability. Then, we describe the mission design of Epsilon-5 and rideshare specific configuration. Finally, we mention the rideshare opportunity provided by Epsilon launch vehicle in the future.
Advancements in the Epsilon Launch Vehicle's Rideshare Capability and Future Missions
Utah State University, Logan, UT
Fifth Epsilon launch vehicle (Epsilon-5) with Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration-2 was successfully launched from JAXA Uchinoura Space Center in Kagoshima, Japan on November 9, 2021. Successful injection of nine satellites with high accuracy demonstrated the capability of Epsilon launch vehicle for rideshare missions of various satellite sizes. The new Epsilon Satellite Mount Structure-II (ESMS-II) and an adapter was developed to launch more satellites.
In the paper, we first introduce Epsilon launch vehicle and its multi-launch capability. Then, we describe the mission design of Epsilon-5 and rideshare specific configuration. Finally, we mention the rideshare opportunity provided by Epsilon launch vehicle in the future.
