DEUCE
Black Brant IX
Equatorial Launch Australia
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
DEUCE
- Type: Astrophysics
- Orbit: Suborbital
The Dual-channel Extreme Ultraviolet Continuum Experiment (DEUCE) is a payload from the University of Colorado. its objective is to observe α Centauri A & B and measure a so-far unstudied part of their extreme ultraviolet light spectrum. These measurements are needed to model stars similar to and smaller than our Sun, as well as understand their effects on planetary atmospheres.
Location
Suborbital Launch Ramp
Arnhem Space Centre
Suborbital Launch Ramp has witnessed the launch of 3 rockets, including 0 orbital launch attempts. While Arnhem Space Centre, has been the site for 3 rocket launches.
The Arnhem Space Centre was Australia's first commercial spaceport, located near Nhulunbuy, in Arnhem Land, Australia. It was owned and operated by Equatorial Launch Australia (ELA), and was the site of NASA's first non-orbital sounding rocket launch from a commercial port outside the United States on 27 June 2022.
Rocket
Magellan Aerospace Corporation Black Brant IX
The Black Brant IX is a Canadian-designed sounding rocket used by the CSA and NASA.
Agency
Equatorial Launch Australia
Equatorial Launch Australia (ELA) is an Australian startup founded in 2015 to provide commercial space launches from the Arnhem Land spaceport.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Black Brant IX launch scheduled?
The Equatorial Launch Australia Black Brant IX launch carrying the DEUCE mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Black Brant IX launch video?
You can watch the Equatorial Launch Australia Black Brant IX 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 Black Brant IX launch from?
The Equatorial Launch Australia Black Brant IX rocket launched from Suborbital Launch Ramp at Arnhem Space Centre. The Arnhem Space Centre was Australia's first commercial spaceport, located near Nhulunbuy, in Arnhem Land, Australia. It was owned and operated by Equatorial Launch Australia (ELA), and was the site of NASA's first non-orbital sounding rocket launch from a commercial port outside the United States on 27 June 2022.
What rocket was used for the DEUCE mission?
The DEUCE mission launched aboard a Equatorial Launch Australia Black Brant IX rocket. The Black Brant IX is a Canadian-designed sounding rocket used by the CSA and NASA. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed this launch?
The Black Brant IX 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 launch is delayed?
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