Sony: Joint development of satellite by Todai/JAXA: CubeSat “AQT-D”
[Tokyo 5th Reuters]
Sony/University of Tokyo/JAXA:
On August 5, we signed a joint development and technology demonstration contract for the creation of the “Space Impressive Experience Business”.
Announced to start joint development of “artificial satellite equipped with Sony camera device”.
A camera system that can be remotely controlled from the ground in real time will be built on an artificial satellite.
Sony:
Utilizes technologies such as imaging, sensing, and communication to develop the camera part of artificial satellites and build systems.
University of Tokyo:
Supporting the development of basic functions and propulsion systems for artificial satellites,
JAXA:
We will support technical support and examination of business and R&D plans formulated by Sony.
Reuters
https://jp.reuters.com/article/sony-satellite-idJPKCN2510JK
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Sony, University of Tokyo, JAXA Joint development for creation of space experience business
Sony:
Imaging,
Sensing,
Utilizing technologies such as communication
Responsible for the development and system construction of the satellite mission section*2.
Outer space captured from this satellite,
Content and experiences like never before on Earth
We will explore the creation of new space entertainment with creators and partners.
University of Tokyo:
Micro probe, PROCYON,
Demonstration of water engine,
CubeSat “AQT-D”,
Based on the above development results,
We support the development of basic functions (bus section) and propulsion system of artificial satellites.
JAXA:
Development and operation of artificial satellites
International Space Station “Kibo” technology
Technical support and Sony support the project.
This satellite:
Our goal is to deliver images captured by satellite cameras that can be operated remotely in real time to the ground.
https://www.sony.co.jp/SonyInfo/News/Press/202008/20-0805/
JAXA | Sony, University of Tokyo, JAXA
Signed a joint development/technical demonstration contract to create space-experience experience business