Experimental system of Japanese satellite, Engineering Test Satellite Type-II /ETS-II/ - /Kiku-II/
Abstract
The design and development of the Engineering Test Satellite, Kiku II, is described. Particular attention is given to the following subsystems: communication, telemetry command, attitude and antenna control, electric power, and auxiliary propulsion. The experimental ground system is also considered.
- Publication:
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Prague International Astronautical Federation Congress
- Pub Date:
- September 1977
- Bibcode:
- 1977prag.iafcR....T
- Keywords:
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- Communication Satellites;
- Japanese Space Program;
- Satellite Design;
- Synchronous Satellites;
- Auxiliary Propulsion;
- Command And Control;
- Data Systems;
- Microwave Transmission;
- Satellite Antennas;
- Satellite Attitude Control;
- Spacecraft Power Supplies;
- Telemetry;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles