Space HubLUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission)
The Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (LUPEX), also known as Chandrayaan-5, is a joint robotic venture by ISRO and JAXA targeting the Moon's south pole. Scheduled for launch around 2027–2028 on a Japanese H3 rocket, it will study the quantity and quality of water ice in permanently shadowed regions.
Quick answer
LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) is a tbd launch on H3 Launch Vehicle (Expected) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), SHAR. Launch date: Launch schedule not officially confirmed. Joint ISRO–JAXA lunar mission.. Launch dates are indicative and can change.
LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission): key facts
| Status | Tbd |
|---|---|
| Launch date | Launch schedule not officially confirmed. Joint ISRO–JAXA lunar mission. |
| Launch vehicle | H3 Launch Vehicle (Expected) |
| Launch site | Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), SHAR |
| Target orbit | Lunar Transfer Orbit |
| Payload mass | ~6,500 kg (estimated mission mass) kg |
| Organisation | ISRO |
Frequently asked questions
What is LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission)?
LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) is a tbd launch on H3 Launch Vehicle (Expected) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), SHAR. Launch date: Launch schedule not officially confirmed. Joint ISRO–JAXA lunar mission.. Launch dates are indicative and can change.
When is LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) scheduled to launch?
Launch date: Launch schedule not officially confirmed. Joint ISRO–JAXA lunar mission..
Which rocket is used for LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission)?
LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) uses H3 Launch Vehicle (Expected).
Where does LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) launch from?
The listed launch site is Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), SHAR.
What orbit is LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) headed for?
The target orbit is listed as Lunar Transfer Orbit.
How much payload does LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) carry?
The listed payload mass is ~6,500 kg (estimated mission mass) kg.