Kanopus-V No.3 & Kanopus-V No.4
Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
Kanopus-V No.3 & Kanopus-V No.4
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
- Launch Cost: $80,000,000
Kanopus-V is a series of small remote sensing satellites, dedicated to monitoring manmade and natural emergencies, detecting forest fires and major emissions of atmosphere pollutants. Its other uses are monitoring of agriculture, water and coastal resoures, land use. Each satellite weighs about 500 kg and is placed into sun-synchronous orbit, where it is planned to operate for about 5 years.
Location
Cosmodrome Site 1S
Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation
Cosmodrome Site 1S has witnessed the launch of 20 rockets, including 20 orbital launch attempts. While Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation, has been the site for 21 rocket launches.
The Vostochny Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport above the 51st parallel north in the Amur Oblast, in the Russian Far East. It is intended to reduce Russia's dependency on the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The first launch took place on 28 April 2016 at 02:01 UTC.
Rocket
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Fregat-M
The 2.1a version includes conversion from analog to digital flight control system and uprated engines on the booster and the first stage with improved injection systems. The new digital flight control and telemetry systems allow the rocket to launch from a fixed rather than angled launch platform and adjust its heading in flight. A digital control system also enables the launch of larger commercial satellites with wider and longer payload fairings such as the ST-type fairing. These fairings introduce too much aerodynamic instability for the old analog system to handle.
Agency
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
The Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities, commonly known as Roscosmos, is the governmental body responsible for the space science program of the Russian Federation and general aerospace research. Soyuz has many launch locations the Russian sites are Baikonur, Plesetsk and Vostochny however Ariane also purchases the vehicle and launches it from French Guiana.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch scheduled?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch carrying the Kanopus-V No.3 & Kanopus-V No.4 mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch video?
You can watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M 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 Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M launch from?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M rocket launched from Cosmodrome Site 1S at Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation. The Vostochny Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport above the 51st parallel north in the Amur Oblast, in the Russian Far East. It is intended to reduce Russia's dependency on the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The first launch took place on 28 April 2016 at 02:01 UTC.
What rocket was used for the Kanopus-V No.3 & Kanopus-V No.4 mission?
The Kanopus-V No.3 & Kanopus-V No.4 mission launched aboard a Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M rocket. The 2.1a version includes conversion from analog to digital flight control system and uprated engines on the booster and the first stage with improved injection systems. The new digital flight control and telemetry systems allow the rocket to launch from a fixed rather than angled launch platform and adjust its heading in flight. A digital control system also enables the launch of larger commercial satellites with wider and longer payload fairings such as the ST-type fairing. These fairings introduce too much aerodynamic instability for the old analog system to handle. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed this launch?
The Soyuz 2.1a/Fregat-M 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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