"Japan's Second Attempt: H3 Rocket Launch Set for Thursday"
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Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is preparing for the second launch of the H3 rocket after its failed debut in March 2023. The rocket, set to launch on February 14, aims to redeem the previous failure, which resulted in the loss of a $200 million satellite. The H3 rocket, in development for 11 years, is crucial for Japan's space program and its international collaborations, with potential implications for scientific missions and commercial satellite launch contracts. The upcoming launch will carry a dummy payload and two small satellites, with hopes for a successful mission to restore confidence in Japan's space industry.
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