The XRISM objective is focused on studying X-ray emissions from celestial objects. The name, XRISM, which stands for X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission, highlights its double focus on both imaging and spectroscopy.
As the name recommends, the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon intends to check out the Moons surface area. SLIMs main objective is to show precision landing abilities on the Moon.
X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM) in space conceptual Illustration. Credit: JAXA
XRISM
The XRISM objective is fixated studying X-ray emissions from celestial things. Its primary goal is to much better understand the structure and advancement of deep space by observing X-rays emanating from astronomical phenomena like black holes, neutron stars, and galaxy clusters. The name, XRISM, which stands for X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission, highlights its double focus on both imaging and spectroscopy.
XRISM aims to deliver revolutionary insights in different scientific domains, including the advancement of deep spaces most extensive structures, the habits of matter under intense gravitational forces, the spin of great voids, the inner architecture of neutron stars, and the intricate physics of particle jets.
SLIM (Smart Lander for Investigating Moon) intends to show “landing where it is preferred to land,” pin-point landing technique and barrier detection method. Credit: JAXA
SLIM
As the name recommends, the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon aims to check out the Moons surface area. SLIMs main objective is to show precision landing abilities on the Moon. This would be a substantial action forward from previous missions, which had wider landing locations. Attaining a high level of accuracy in lunar landings can pave the way for more targeted clinical examinations and the safe positioning of future crewed and uncrewed landers in areas of interest.
The mission integrates advanced assistance, navigation, and control technologies. These innovations help the lander make real-time choices throughout its descent, allowing it to prevent challenges like stones and craters.
SLIMs designated landing website is around the Procellarum KREEP Terrane area on the Moon. This area is of particular clinical interest due to the presence of particular types of lunar rocks that can offer insights into the Moons early volcanic activity and its total geological history.
SLIM is reasonably compact compared to some other lunar landers, underscoring JAXAs focus on “wise” and effective style. Its smaller footprint can also be a model for future small lunar expedition objectives.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.( MHI) launched the H-IIA Launch Vehicle No. 47 (H-IIA F47) which brought XRISM and SLIM aboard at 8:42:11 am, September 7, 2023. Credit: MHI
The X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM), and the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), were released onboard the H-IIA Launch Vehicle No. 47 (H-IIA F47) at 8:42:11 am on September 7, 2023 (Japan Standard Time, JST) from the Tanegashima Space.
The launch car flew as prepared, and it was verified that XRISM was effectively separated from the launch vehicle at about 14 minutes and 9 seconds after launch and SLIM at about 47 minutes and 33 seconds after launch.
The X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM) and the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) are significant missions from the Japanese space agency.
