Institute of Space and Astronautical Science

Mu-4S

S

Retired

Overview

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The Mu, also known as M, was a series of Japanese solid-fuelled carrier rockets, which were launched from Uchinoura between 1966 and 2006. Originally developed by Japan's Institute of Space and Astronautical Science, Mu rockets were later operated by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency following ISAS becoming part of it.

Manufacturer

Institute of Space and Astronautical Science

Variant

S

Alias

N/A

Maiden Flight

September 25, 1970

Technical Specifications

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23.6 m

Length

1.41 m

Diameter

0 t

Launch Mass

1932 kN

Liftoff Thrust

180 kg

LEO Capacity

GTO Capacity

Launch Record

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4

Total Launches

3

Successful

1

Failed

75.0%

Success Rate

0

Attempted Landings

0

Successful Landings

0

Failed Landings

0

Consecutive Successes

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