A Japanese Company Aims for the Moon
Tokyo-based space startup ispace, Inc. announced that it will launch its lunar lander, Resilience, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on January 15th. The mission marks the company's second attempt at a lunar landing, following an unsuccessful effort in the spring of 2023.
Resilience will travel to the moon aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, taking approximately four and a half months to reach its destination. If successful, the landing will mark a historic achievement for ispace, making it the first Japanese company to land a spacecraft on the moon.
This mission follows the success of a private US space company, which became the first in the world to achieve a lunar landing in February 2023. ispace's attempt adds to the growing trend of private companies venturing into space exploration, pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation.
11 Comments
Matzomaster
A historic achievement for Japan! The moon is a stepping stone for more ambitious missions.
Rotfront
Finally, more lunar exploration! We need collaboration from private companies to progress.
Karamba
Their last attempt failed, so why should we believe this one will be any different?
Rotfront
Exciting news! Can't wait to see ispace's Resilience touch down on the moon!
Matzomaster
The future of space is private! Excited to see what ispace will accomplish.
KittyKat
Another lunar mission? Seems like just a cash grab. We should focus on problems here on Earth.
Loubianka
Instead of taking risks in space, why not invest in education or healthcare for people?
Katchuka
Dream big, ispace! Your ambition can inspire the next generation of explorers and innovators.
Eugene Alta
Is it really necessary for more private companies to get involved in space? This should be left to actual space agencies!
KittyKat
A Japanese company wants to reach the moon, but why not focus on practical advancements here on Earth?
Katchuka
Is this just a publicity stunt to garner attention? Real innovation doesn’t need a spotlight.