NASA Uhuru Scout B
About the Uhuru Mission
| Type | Astrophysics |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $8,660,000 |
Small satellite designed to survey the celestial sphere and search for sources of X-ray, gamma-ray, UV and other spectral regions.
Launch Pad & Location
San Marco platform
Broglio Space Center, Kenya
| Launches | 9 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 9 |
| Total Launches | 9 |
The Luigi Broglio Space Center (BSC) located near Malindi, Kenya, is an Italian Space Agency (ASI) Spaceport. It served as a spaceport for the launch of both Italian and international satellites, but is currently only used for satellite communications.
Vought Scout B Rocket
The Scout family of rockets were were American launch vehicles designed to place small satellites into orbit around the Earth. The Scout multistage rocket was the first orbital launch vehicle to be entirely composed of solid fuel stages.
| Length | 25.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.0 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 17.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 513.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 143 kg |
| Launch Cost | $8,660,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 8/10/1965 |
About NASA
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research. NASA have many launch facilities but most are inactive. The most commonly used pad will be LC-39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
| Total Launches | 142 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 122 |
| Failed | 20 |
| Pending | 5 |
| Consecutive Success | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the NASA Scout B Uhuru launch scheduled?
The NASA Scout B Uhuru launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Scout B Uhuru mission launch from?
The NASA Scout B rocket launched from San Marco platform at Broglio Space Center, Kenya. The Luigi Broglio Space Center (BSC) located near Malindi, Kenya, is an Italian Space Agency (ASI) Spaceport. It served as a spaceport for the launch of both Italian and international satellites, but is currently only used for satellite communications.
What rocket was used for the Uhuru mission?
The Uhuru mission launched aboard a NASA Scout B rocket. The Scout family of rockets were were American launch vehicles designed to place small satellites into orbit around the Earth. The Scout multistage rocket was the first orbital launch vehicle to be entirely composed of solid fuel stages. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Scout B Uhuru launch?
The NASA Scout B Uhuru 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 NASA Scout B Uhuru launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Scout B launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Uhuru 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 NASA live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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