About Marine Observation Satellite-1 "Momo-1" (MOS-1)
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Momo-1(MOS-1), Japan's first marine observation satellite, was launched in 1987 as a link in a global satellite observation system for more effective natural resource utilization and for environmental protection. |
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Observation Images
Major Characteristics
Momo-1 (MOS-1) |
International Designation Code | 1987-018A |
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Launch Date | 2/19/1987 | |
Launch Vehicle | N-II Launch Vehicle (N16F) | |
Launch Site | Tanegashima Space Center | |
Momo-1b (MOS-1b) |
International Designation Code | 1990-13A |
Launch Date | 2/7/1990 | |
Launch Vehicle | H-I Launch Vehicle (H21F) | |
Launch Site | Tanegashima Space Center | |
Weight | Approx 740kg (at lift off) | |
Altitude | Approx. 909km | |
Inclination | Approx. 99 degrees | |
Orbital Period | Approx. 103minutes (Recurrence cycle 17 days) | |
Shape | Box type with expanding type solar paddle (one wing) | |
Mission Life | 2 years | |
Attitude Control | Three-axis stabilized (controled bias momentum) |