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Japanese Startup GITAI Launches Groundbreaking Satellite with SpaceX

1/28/2025

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Japanese space robotics startup GITAI made waves by launching its inaugural satellite, SC1, aboard SpaceX's Bandwagon mission in December 2024. This groundbreaking satellite not only validated its systems but also beamed vital data back to Earth. Looking ahead, GITAI is set to revolutionize the industry with plans for a 500 kg-class satellite demonstration in 2026, paving the way for innovative on-orbit services.

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Japanese space robotics startup GITAI made waves by launching its inaugural satellite, SC1, aboard SpaceX's Bandwagon mission in December 2024. This groundbreaking satellite not only validated its systems but also beamed vital data back to Earth. Looking ahead, GITAI is set to revolutionize the industry with plans for a 500 kg-class satellite demonstration in 2026, paving the way for innovative on-orbit services.