Second 'Kairos' Launch Set For December 14th

Wakayama, Oct 10 (News On Japan) - A second 'Kairos' rocket, developed by a private company and which exploded shortly after launch, has been scheduled for launch on December 14th.

In March this year, the small "Kairos" rocket was launched from Japan's first private rocket launch site, "Spaceport Kii" in Kushimoto Town, Wakayama Prefecture, but it exploded shortly after takeoff.

The developer, Space One, had been adjusting plans to launch the second rocket in December and announced that it will launch between 11:00 a.m. and 11:20 a.m. on December 14th. The second rocket will carry multiple satellites, and if successful, it will be the first time a private company in Japan puts satellites into orbit.

Masakazu Toyota, president of Space One, commented, "Our mission is to establish a highly convenient space transportation service that will become a cornerstone of Japan's space business, and we will work hard to meet expectations."

Source: YOMIURI

Man Dies After Being Gored By Deer Antlers in Kyoto

A man was found bleeding from his chest in a rice field in Fukuchiyama, Kyoto Prefecture, leading police to suspect that he was gored by deer antlers.

'Birthplace' of Sake Creates New Variety

Nara Prefecture, known as the birthplace of sake, has announced its first successful development of a sake rice variety.

Former Empress Begins Rehabilitation

Japan's 89-year-old former empress Michiko, who underwent surgery on October 8th after fracturing her right femur, has begun rehabilitation, according to reports.

Seven & i Holdings Announces Name Change to '7-Eleven Corporation'

Seven & i Holdings has announced plans to change its company name to '7-Eleven Corporation,' reflecting the strategy to focus primarily on convenience stores.

Honda Unveils Next-Generation EVs

Honda has showcased its next-generation EVs, launching in 2026, featuring smaller batteries and motors which will reduce overall vehicle weight by 100 kilograms.

MEDIA CHANNELS

MORE Sci-Tech NEWS

Second 'Kairos' Launch Set For December 14th

A second 'Kairos' rocket, developed by a private company and which exploded shortly after launch, has been scheduled for launch on December 14th.

Effective Ways to Prevent Your Mac from Slowing Down

Macs are known for their ultra-fast speed and smart performance. Something which makes it the number one computer in many categories.

Massive Solar Flare Raises Risk of Satellite and GPS Disruptions

Japan's National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) has reported the occurrence of a major solar flare on October 3rd.

Kyoto Approves Kidney Transplant Between Same-Sex Partners

Kyoto University Hospital has announced that a kidney transplant was conducted using a same-sex partner as the donor.

Tokyo Hosts First Seminar on Egg Freezing

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government held its first seminar to promote understanding of egg freezing, a process where eggs are cryopreserved for future pregnancy.

Japan launches information-gathering satellite on H2A rocket

A Japanese government information-gathering satellite has successfully been put into a planned orbit around Earth. (NHK)

First Oral Abortion Pill in Japan Faces Setback in Approval Process

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has postponed discussions on the use of the country's first oral abortion pill in clinics, citing the need to bolster medical infrastructure.

Copper Slag: A Professional Blasting Material and an Effective Replacement in Composite cements, Concrete and Mortar

Copper slag is widely used in multiple types of applications, as professional blasting material, additive for different types of composite cements, roofing, concrete and mortar, additive in paving tiles industry, granular replacement for different mixtures of hot asphalt, material used for granular roof tiles production and granular base for different mixtures.

< 2 3 4 5 >