ISSA-J1
In Development
Astroscale
Overview
In-situ Space Situational Awareness inspection spacecraft that maneuvers to and photographs two retired Japanese satellites in different orbits on a single mission, using propulsion, electro-optical cameras, and proximity navigation without physical contact.
In final design, with manufacturing of flight components and operational planning underway ahead of assembly and testing. Q1 materials said satellite assembly, integration and verification plus electrical tests were continuing. Astroscale Japan signed a launch agreement with NewSpace India Limited to fly on a PSLV rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in spring 2027. Developed under Japan's MEXT SBIR Phase 3 fund.