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SORA-Q

Built by Japan · Japan

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
SORA-Q

Overview

SORA-Q was a small lunar rover developed for the Hakuto-R mission, aimed at exploring the Moon's surface but was lost due to a crash landing.

Specifications

Category: Research
Weight
0.25 kg
Battery
2 h
Launch year
2022
Price
$275
Status
active

Detailed specifications

Compute1
Ros Compatible
false
Other21
Price Tier
150K+
Applications
sample_handling
Sub Category
ultra-compact transformable lunar robot
Api Available
false
Auto Charging
false
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Pricing Model
purchase
Model Variants
LEV-2
Company Country
JP
Navigation Type
vision
Deployment Count
1
Deployment Notes
Destroyed during landing.
Youtube Video Id
Udh6kvjZYC8
Compatible Vision
Sony Group camera system
Industries Served
space_exploration
Software Platform
SORA-Q Flagship Model App (iOS/Android)
Availability Status
discontinued
Countries Available
JP
Extras Contact Emails
inquiries@jaxa.jp
Programming Interface
proprietary_app
Additional Information
Slightly bigger than a tennis ball and weighs as much as a large potato.,Designed using technical know-how of toy development.,A toy version of the probe is available for purchase.,The probe's cameras will take valuable images of a crater where parts of the Moon's mantle are believed to be exposed.,Toy version costs 21,190 yen ($140) and can roll around a living room to take pictures of cats and babies.

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