The MMX is a Research robot developed by JAXA (Japan), launched 2026.
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Overview
MMX, which stands for Martian Moons eXploration, is a space exploration mission that aims to investigate Mars' moons, Phobos and Deimos, with the goal of understanding the origins and evolution of these celestial bodies and the processes that shaped them.
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
JAXA
Viability
HTV-X1 berthing to the ISS
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 100 kg
- Reach
- 1,200 mm
- Speed
- 1.5 m/s
- Weight
- 4,000 kg
- Launch year
- 2026
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1884
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics2
- Dof
- 6
- Repeatability Mm
- 0.05
Other18
- Price Tier
- 150K+
- Applications
- visual_inspection,dimensional_measurement,sample_handling
- Sub Category
- planetary exploration spacecraft
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Max Speed M S
- 1.5
- Force Limiting
- true
- Model Variants
- MMX SHV 8Kカメラ,MMX SHV 4Kカメラ,IREM
- Company Country
- JP
- Deployment Count
- 1
- Deployment Notes
- Mentions of JAXA, NASA, CNES, DLR cooperation, and a rover called IDEFIX from CNES/DLR for Martian moon surface operations.
- Setup Time Hours
- 10
- Compatible Vision
- 画像航法 (image navigation)
- Industries Served
- space_exploration,aerospace,research
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Availability Status
- pre-order
- Countries Available
- Japan
- Programming Interface
- code_python
- Additional Information
- Developed for the Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission.,Capable of observing and sampling Martian moons, and returning samples to Earth.,Utilizes advanced sampling technology on celestial bodies.,Consists of three modules: outbound module, exploration module, and return module.,Three-module configuration is optimized for fuel efficiency.,Payload includes a sample return capsule.
Who runs it· deployment evidence
1 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.
- JAXA· Japansource ↗
Company milestones
- Oct 2025DeploymentHTV-X1 berthing to the ISS
- Oct 2025DeploymentHTV-X1 capture by ISS Canadarm2
- Oct 2025DeploymentHTV-X1 first mission launch to ISS
- Feb 2020MilestoneMMX approved for development
- Jun 2015MilestoneMMX announced by JAXA
- 2027DeploymentIDEFIX rover deployment on Phobos planned
- 2026DeploymentMMX spacecraft arrived at Tanegashima Space Center
- 2026LaunchMMX planned launch from Japan
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More videos
Short Ver. The Martian Moons eXploration, MMX: Exploring the Mars system with 8K Super HiVision Cam.
ショートバージョン：火星衛星探査計画MMX 8Kカメラを携え火星圏へ
MMX Martian Moons eXploration mission movie 【2025年度版】
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the MMX?
- The MMX is developed by JAXA, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the MMX?
- The MMX is a Research robot made by JAXA.
- How much does the MMX cost?
- Pricing for the MMX is not publicly listed — contact JAXA for a quote.
- When was the MMX launched?
- The MMX was launched in 2026.
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