Japan halts H3 rocket launch due to system anomaly
Summary
Japan halted the launch of the H3 rocket carrying the Michibiki No. 5 satellite due to a system anomaly, postponing efforts to expand its GPS satellite network.
Key Points
- Japan's H3 rocket launch carrying the Michibiki No. 5 satellite was stopped due to a system anomaly.
- The launch was originally scheduled for December 7 but postponed after detecting an anomaly in the inertial measurement unit.
- Michibiki satellites enhance GPS accuracy for smartphones, car navigation, and emergency alerts in Japan.
- Japan aims to establish a seven-satellite system for independent positioning information without relying on foreign satellites.
