1 Near-Infrared Spectrometer

This instrument gained spectroscopic information in the three-micron wavelength, corresponding to near-infrared.

2 Thermal-Infrared Imager

This viewed Ryugu in the ten-micron wavelength band and was able to determine its surface temperature.

3 Ion engine

Improved electric propulsion converts xenon into plasma ions, generating the speeds needed for Hayabusa2 to travel.

4 Sampler horn

This collected samples from the surface of Ryugu during touchdowns on three occasions.

5 Laser altimeter

This was key in maintaining a certain altitude while acquiring important data about topography, gravity and albedo.

6 Optical Navigation Camera Wide-field

Multiple cameras comprise this instrument, including telescopic and wide-angle cameras which are dedicated to scientific observations and navigation.