Chuangxin 3A (02)
Long March 2D
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Rocket Launch Videos
Mission
Chuangxin 3A (02)
- Type: Technology
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $30,000,000
Chuangxin is a series of experimental small satellites developed by China Academy of Science.
Location
Launch Area 4 (SLS-2 / 603)
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
Launch Area 4 (SLS-2 / 603) has witnessed the launch of 120 rockets, including 120 orbital launch attempts. While Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China, has been the site for 241 rocket launches.
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
Rocket
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 2D
The Long March 2D, also known as the Chang Zheng 2D, CZ-2D and LM-2D, is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket. It is a 2-stage carrier rocket mainly used for launching LEO and SSO satellites.
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.
