About Engineering Test Satellite I "KIKU-1" (ETS-I)
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ETS-I was NASDA's first satellite launched with the objectives of acquiring all-around information on N-series launch vehicles, orbit injection and tracking and control. |
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Major Characteristics
| International Designation Code | 1975-082A |
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| Launch Date | 9/9/1975 |
| Launch Vehicle | N-I Launch Vehicle (N1F) |
| Launch Site | Tanegashima Space Center |
| Weight | 82.5kg |
| Orbit | 1000km(alt.)circular/47deg. inclination/106min. period |
| Dimensions | 26 surfaces with a diameter of 80cm |
| Attitude Control | Spin-stabilized |