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JAXA's SLIM mission ended, but it exceeded expectations by collecting data and surviving multiple lunar nights despite initial challenges.

Humanity's up-close observations of Venus may be in peril due to potential loss of contact with the Akatsuki space probe.

The first wooden satellite has been deployed to explore sustainable space materials.

BepiColombo spacecraft executed its sixth flyby of Mercury, setting the stage for future scientific research by 2027.

A fire during a JAXA rocket test indicates mounting challenges for Japan's space program.

JAXA halted an engine test for the Epsilon S rocket due to a fire outbreak, with ongoing investigations into the incident.

JAXA aborted the Epsilon S rocket engine test due to a large fire, prompting an investigation.

Japan's space agency JAXA suspended an engine test for the Epsilon S rocket due to a fire, hindering satellite launch efforts.

Japan's SLIM spacecraft achieved a precise landing on the moon using autonomous navigation in challenging lunar terrain.

The success of SLIM paves the way for future small missions to access specific scientific or technological points of interest on the moon.

JAXA is creating an open-source digital twin of the ISS module, enabling low-cost testing and simulation for space-related technologies.

Japan's Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) has exceeded all expectations by surviving three lunar nights despite malfunctioning electronics and lack of heaters.

BepiColombo will flyby Mercury closer than originally planned due to thruster issues, delaying arrival until November 2026.

Thruster problems with BepiColombo's Solar Electric Propulsion system could impact mission trajectory and Mercury orbit insertion.