ULA MSL (Curiosity) Atlas V 541
Rocket Launch Video Stream
About the MSL (Curiosity) Mission
| Type | Robotic Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Mars Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $145,000,000 |
The Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) mission, featuring the renowned Curiosity rover, was designed to assess the planet's past and present habitability. Equipped with an array of advanced scientific instruments, including a drill and a sample analysis unit, Curiosity explored the Gale Crater, a site believed to contain evidence of ancient Martian environments. It delivered groundbreaking discoveries, including the detection of organic molecules and the confirmation of an ancient, potentially habitable lake bed.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 41
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 125 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 125 |
| Total Launches | 1130 |
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
ULA Atlas V 541 Rocket
Atlas V with 5m Fairing, 4 SRB, 1 Centaur upper stage engine.
| Length | 60.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.8 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 479.0 T |
| Apogee | 40,000.0 km |
| LEO Capacity | 17,410 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 8,290 kg |
| GEO Capacity | 3,530 kg |
| Launch Cost | $145,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 11/26/2011 |
About ULA
United Launch Alliance (ULA) is a joint venture of Lockheed Martin Space Systems and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. ULA was formed in December 2006 by combining the teams at these companies which provide spacecraft launch services to the government of the United States. ULA launches from both coasts of the US. They launch their Atlas V vehicle from LC-41 in Cape Canaveral and LC-3E at Vandeberg. Their Delta IV launches from LC-37 at Cape Canaveral and LC-6 at Vandenberg.
| Total Launches | 175 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 175 |
| Pending | 73 |
| Consecutive Success | 175 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) launch scheduled?
The ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) launch video?
You can watch the ULA Atlas V 541 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) mission launch from?
The ULA Atlas V 541 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
What rocket was used for the MSL (Curiosity) mission?
The MSL (Curiosity) mission launched aboard a ULA Atlas V 541 rocket. Atlas V with 5m Fairing, 4 SRB, 1 Centaur upper stage engine. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) launch?
The ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the ULA Atlas V 541 MSL (Curiosity) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ULA Atlas V 541 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the MSL (Curiosity) mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official ULA live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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