3 satellites
Gravity-1
Orienspace Technology
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
3 satellites
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Carried 3 satellites to sun-synchronous orbit, including the Earth observation satellite Jilin-1 Wideband-02B-07. Details TBD.
Location
Haiyang offshore launch location
Haiyang Oriental Spaceport
Haiyang offshore launch location has witnessed the launch of 8 rockets, including 8 orbital launch attempts. While Haiyang Oriental Spaceport, has been the site for 23 rocket launches.
Chinese orbital launch vehicle launches supporting sea port located at Haiyang, Shandong Province, with dedicated piers and rocket/payload processing facilities for Chinese launch vehicles’ sea launches, and (as part of its expansion project) land based launch pads on artificial islands for various test vehicles and launch vehicles of private and government launch services providers.
In operation as a remote base of Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center since 2019.
Rocket
Orienspace Technology Gravity-1
A 4 stage launch vehicle by Chinese private company OrienSpace, consisting of 5 solid rocket motors clustered together but with the center motor igniting just before boosters separation. The upper two stages also uses solid fuel.
Agency
Orienspace Technology
Galactic Energy is a private aerospace company headquartered in Yantai, Shandong, China, established in 2020. The company is developing the Gravity Series of satellite launch vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Gravity-1 launch scheduled?
The Orienspace Technology Gravity-1 launch carrying the 3 satellites mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Gravity-1 launch video?
You can watch the Orienspace Technology Gravity-1 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 Gravity-1 launch from?
The Orienspace Technology Gravity-1 rocket launched from Haiyang offshore launch location at Haiyang Oriental Spaceport. Chinese orbital launch vehicle launches supporting sea port located at Haiyang, Shandong Province, with dedicated piers and rocket/payload processing facilities for Chinese launch vehicles’ sea launches, and (as part of its expansion project) land based launch pads on artificial islands for various test vehicles and launch vehicles of private and government launch services providers. <br> <br>In operation as a remote base of Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center since 2019.
What rocket was used for the 3 satellites mission?
The 3 satellites mission launched aboard a Orienspace Technology Gravity-1 rocket. A 4 stage launch vehicle by Chinese private company OrienSpace, consisting of 5 solid rocket motors clustered together but with the center motor igniting just before boosters separation. The upper two stages also uses solid fuel. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed this launch?
The Gravity-1 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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