SERIES-2 Lander [SERIES-2 着陸機]

Description

The SERIES-2 is a commercial lunar lander developed by ispace [株式会社アイスペース] to provide high-frequency transport to the Moon's surface and orbit. It follows the HAKUTO-R Mission 1 and 2 vehicle designs, representing a scaled-up architecture intended for heavier payloads and more demanding mission profiles. The lander is designed for high-precision touchdown and long-duration survival in the lunar environment, reflecting a shift toward modular, sustainable lunar logistics. Buyers include national space agencies, research institutions, and private companies seeking to deploy sensors, rovers, or resource prospecting equipment. The platform is notably integrated into the NASA Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) programme via the Draper-led team, which selected the SERIES-2 design for the CP-12 mission to the lunar far side. This establishes the vehicle as a key commercial link for international science programmes and sovereign lunar exploration strategies. Prospective buyers should note that success relies on the performance of preceding HAKUTO-R missions to validate the core flight software and propulsion logic. The Aerospace Garage would verify the specific payload integration requirements, the timeline for the maiden SERIES-2 flight, and the availability of secondary communications relay services for far-side deployments. Operational risk remains inherent to the complex landing sequence, particularly regarding sensor reliability during the final descent phase.