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The Intelligence Gathering
Satellite (IGS) was manufactured by Mitsubishi Electric (MELCO),
having a design life of 5 years. The satellite will be operated by
the Cabinet Satellite Information Center. The 1200 kg (2645 lbm)
IGS 1B satellite is equipped with a synthetic aperture radar. The
spacecraft are able to distinguish objects on earth 1 to 3 meters
in size. The satellite is intended to support Japan's national
defense as well as help the nation cope with major natural
disasters.
IGS
1B
Intelligence
Gathering
Satellite
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SPACECRAFT
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| Int'l Designation |
2003 009B
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Launched
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| Owner / Sponsor |
Japan's
Cabinet Satellite Information Center
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| Mission |
Observation
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| Manufacturer / Model |
Mitsubishi
Electric (MELCO)
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|
| Launch Mass |
1200
kg (2645 lbm)
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| Mission Orbit |
500
km (270 nmi), Polar
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|
| Design Life |
5
years
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| Power (EOL) |
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LAUNCH
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| Launch Vehicle
Model |
H2A |
| Date / Time (UTC) |
28
March 2003
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01:27
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FINANCIAL
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| Satellite cost |
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| Web Links |
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