China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Tan Ce 1 Long March 2C/SM
About the Tan Ce 1 Mission
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Elliptical Orbit
The Double Star spacecraft, called also Tan Ce (TC) which in Chinese means ‘Probe‘, is a joint Chinese and ESA mission to study the effect of the Sun on the Earth's environment. The polar spacecraft (TC-2) will monitor the energy input from the solar wind into the polar ionosphere. The equatorial spacecraft (TC-1) will investigate the so-called substorm process, when it is in the Earth's magnetotail, and the entry of solar particle on the front side of the magnetosphere.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1)
Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
The Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) launch pad has hosted 108 rocket launches, including 108 orbital launch attempts. The Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China launch site has been the location for 240 total rocket launches.
The Xichang Satellite Launch Center is a spaceport in China. It is located in Zeyuan Town, northwest of Xichang, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan.
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM Rocket
The Long March 2C is a family of expendable launch vehicles made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine.
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About 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 Long March 2C/SM Tan Ce 1 launch scheduled?
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM Tan Ce 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM Tan Ce 1 mission launch from?
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM rocket launched from Launch Complex 3 (LC-3/LA-1) at Xichang Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. The Xichang Satellite Launch Center is a spaceport in China. It is located in Zeyuan Town, northwest of Xichang, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan.
What rocket was used for the Tan Ce 1 mission?
The Tan Ce 1 mission launched aboard a China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM rocket. The Long March 2C is a family of expendable launch vehicles made and operated by China. It is a two stage launch vehicle with storable propellants, consisting of Nitrogen Tetroxide and Unsymmetrical Dimethylhydrazine. 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 Long March 2C/SM Tan Ce 1 launch?
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM Tan Ce 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 China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM Tan Ce 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2C/SM launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Tan Ce 1 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 China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.