X Report 25 Apr 2025
SpaceX launches Starlink satellites successfully, while Starbase inches closer to city status and business discussions intensify.
SLATS (TSUBAME) (43066)
COSPAR: 2017-082B | Alt Name: Tsubame
DECAYED
Image
Additional Sources
Launch Details
Launch Date
December 23, 2017
Launch Site
TANSC
Launch Pad
Y
Launch Vehicle
H-IIA 202
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
43066
International Designator
2017-082B
Decay Date
10/1/2019
Basic Satellite Info
Name
SLATS (TSUBAME)
Alternative Name
Tsubame
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
JAXA
Country
Japan
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
SLATS (TSUBAME), also known as Tsubame, is a technology satellite launched by JAXA on December 23, 2017, from the Tanegashima Space Center using an H-IIA 202 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 2.5 meters in length and has a diameter of 0.9 meters with a span of 5.2 meters. It has a dry mass of 400 kilograms and was launched at the same mass. Equipped with SHIROP, OPS, AMO, it operates on solar power provided by two deployable fixed solar arrays along with batteries for energy storage. The propulsion system consists of one ion engine and four monopropellant thrusters each producing 1 Newton of thrust. SLATS (TSUBAME) was manufactured by MELCO and is designated to operate for a period of 2 years, serving its purpose in technology demonstration.
Physical Characteristics
Length
2.5
Diameter
0.9
Span
5.2
Dry Mass
400
Launch Mass
400
Shape
Box + 2 pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
SLATS
Purpose
Technology
Mission
Technology
Manufacturer
MELCO
Life Expectancy
2 years
Bus
SLATS
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
1 ion engine, 4 x 1 N monopropellant thrusters
Equipment
SHIROP, OPS, AMO
Power System
2 deployable fixed solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
Satellite Articles
View All Posts »Learn more about satellites and other related topics.
Block 3 Starship Prep Accelerates at Starbase | KeepTrack X Report
SpaceX accelerates Block 3 Starship pad work at Starbase as Russia preps Soyuz-5 debut alongside Falcon 9 internet satellite launches.
X Report 10 Jul 2025
SpaceX continues to make strides with record-breaking Falcon launches while overcoming regulatory challenges for Starlink in India.
Space Brief 22 Mar 2025
Today's briefing covers a range of critical space industry updates, from Space Force's strategic initiatives to SpaceX's latest launch record and groundbreaking developments in orbital manufacturing.
Space Brief 26 Sep 2025
Today's Space Brief highlights major developments including NASA's Dream Chaser contract modifications, Germany's significant investment in space capabilities, and advancements in hybrid satcom technology.
X Report 12 Apr 2025
Key developments include the launch of Starshield satellites for the NRO and updates on Starlink launches and NASA access concerns involving Elon Musk's team.
Space Brief 2 Apr 2025
DARPA's accidental SpaceX detection highlights Earth as a natural sensor, while SpaceX's Fram2 launches into a polar orbit. Helsinki's defense budget rise hints at increased military satellite activity.
X Report 1 Sep 2025
SpaceX successfully launched 28 Starlink satellites from Florida, continuing its momentum in expanding global internet coverage.