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Suzaku (ASTRO-EII) X-ray observatory spacecraft

Suzaku (ASTRO-EII) was Japan's fifth X-ray astronomy spacecraft, a JAXA-led observatory that studied black holes, galaxy clusters, supernova remnants, and other energetic cosmic sources from low Earth orbit.

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SuzakuASTRO-EIIASTRO-E22005-025A
Family Name
Suzaku
Full Name
Suzaku (ASTRO-EII) X-ray observatory spacecraft
Roles
orbiterobservatory
Status
retired
Type
spacecraft

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Description
Suzaku (ASTRO-EII) was Japan's fifth X-ray astronomy spacecraft, a JAXA-led observatory that studied black holes, galaxy clusters, supernova remnants, and other energetic cosmic sources from low Earth orbit.
Dimensions
Height M
1.9
Length M
6.5
Width M
2
First Flight Year
2,005
Last Flight Year
2,015
Manufacturer
Operator
Programs
-
Spacecraft Specs
Launch Mass Kg
1,700
Reusability
expendable

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Creation Time
August 1, 2026 at 10:27:04 UTC
Updated Time
August 1, 2026 at 10:27:04 UTC