Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01
Kaituozhe-1
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Mission
Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
Tsinghua-1 or Hangtian Qinghua 1 is the first demonstrator for the Disaster Monitoring Constellation and carries multi-spectral Earth imaging cameras providing 39-meter nadir ground resolution in 3 spectral bands.
Location
Kaituozhe Launch Pad
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Kaituozhe Launch Pad has witnessed the launch of 3 rockets, including 3 orbital launch attempts. While Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 150 rocket launches.
The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.
Rocket
China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Kaituozhe-1
A small solid fueled launch vehicle based on the road mobile DF-21 IRBM with an additional upper stage.
Agency
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 launch scheduled?
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 mission launch from?
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 rocket launched from Kaituozhe Launch Pad at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. The Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a People's Republic of China space and defense launch facility. It is situated in Kelan County, Xinzhou, Shanxi Province and is the second of four launch sites having been founded in March 1966 and coming into full operation in 1968.
What rocket was used for the Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 mission?
The Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 mission launched aboard a China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 rocket. A small solid fueled launch vehicle based on the road mobile DF-21 IRBM with an additional upper stage. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 launch?
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 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 China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Kaituozhe-1 Hangtian Tsinghua 1-01 launch was delayed?
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