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VLS-1 V01
VLS-1 V01 was the first launch of the VLS-1 rocket that took place on November 2, 1997, from the Alcantara Space Center with the objective of putting the Satélite de Coleta de Dados#SCD-2A, SCD-2A satellite into orbit. The launch was unsuccessful after the rocket was remotely destroyed due to deviation from its trajectory. Background and goals The VLS-1 rocket was originally proposed in 1979 as part of the having its first launch originally planned for 1989, then in 1994, 1995, and finally in 1997 it had its first prototype ready within "Operation Brazil", with the objective of placing in orbit the Satélite de Coleta de Dados#SCD-2A, SCD-2A satellite, developed by National Institute for Space Research, INPE, and to test the vehicle in flight. The first prototype of the VLS was 80% Brazilian technology. The satellite would be placed in an orbit at an altitude of 750 kilometers. On July 1 the equipment was sent to the Alcântara Launch Center, Alcântara base and both the rocket a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
VLS-1
The ''VLS-1'' () was the Brazilian Space Agency's main satellite launch vehicle. The launch vehicle was to be capable of launching satellites into orbit. The launch site was located at the Alcântara Launch Center due to its proximity to the equator. Associated vehicles include the Sonda I, Sonda II, Sonda III and Sonda IV, the VS-30, VS-40 and VSB-30. The VLS was cancelled after decades of development and high expenditures with poor results and a failed association with Ukraine that slowed the program for years. History VLS-1 development started in 1984, after the first launch of the Sonda IV rocket. To date, three prototypes have been built and two launches attempted, departing from the Alcântara Launch Center. During the V1 and V2 prototype launches (VLS-1 V1 and VLS-1 V2) technical problems prevented mission success, but allowed the testing of several vehicle components. The V3 prototype exploded on the launch pad on 22 August 2003, two days before its intended launch d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
