18 Sep, 2013
Congratulations to Successful Epsilon-1 Launch !
On the 14th September, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. (Saturday) the Epsilon-1 launch vehicle lifted off from Uchinoura Space Center (Kagoshima Prefecture) and successfully separated Spectroscopic Planet Observatory for Recognition of Interaction of Atmosphere (SPRINT-A nicknamed as “HISAKI”).
The Epsilon-1 is carrying not only PCE (Picture Compressor Equipment) and monitor cameras but also HGV (Hot Gas Valve) Motor Controller developed and manufactured by Meisei Electric.