Ohzora facts for kids

Ohzora (おおぞら) is the name of a special Japanese satellite. It was sent into space to orbit around Earth.

What is Ohzora?

Ohzora, which means "Big Sky" in Japanese, is an artificial satellite. It was built by scientists and engineers in Japan. Satellites are like robotic explorers that travel in space. They help us learn more about Earth and the universe.

Why Was Ohzora Launched?

Ohzora was designed to study Earth's upper atmosphere. This part of the atmosphere is very high up. It helps protect us from harmful radiation from the Sun. Scientists wanted to learn more about how it works.

Who Launched Ohzora?

The launch of Ohzora was a big project. It was led by the Institute of Space and Astronautical Science. This group is part of the University of Tokyo. They are experts in space research.

When Did Ohzora Launch?

Ohzora was launched into space on February 14, 1984. This was a special day for Japan's space program. The satellite successfully reached its orbit around Earth.