In today's world, Tansei has become a topic of great relevance and interest, generating debates and discussions in different areas. Whether in the political, social, technological or cultural sphere, Tansei has taken a leading role and has captured the attention of society in general. Over the years, Tansei has evolved and taken on new dimensions that have significantly impacted the way we live, communicate and relate. In this article, we will explore the different facets of Tansei and its influence on our daily lives, as well as its importance in the current context.
Tansei (Japanese: たんせい) was the second Japanese artificial satellite which was put into orbit, after the country's first satellite Ohsumi.[1] The satellite was sent into orbit on 16 February 1971.[2]
Just like Ohsumi, the launch was a project by the Institute of Space and Astronautical Science at the University of Tokyo (UTokyo). The name of the satellite means "light blue", which is the school colour of UTokyo.[3] Three more satellites with the same name were subsequently launched by the university. The last of them was launched on 17 February 1980.[4]
References
^Nussbaum, Louis-Frédéric. (2005). "Ōsumi" in Japan Encyclopedia, p. 762.
