MISSION NAME
Arirang-1 & ACRIMSat
Status
Success
DATE
21 DEC 1999
LAUNCH PROVIDER
Orbital Sciences Corporation
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 576E
Description
The KOMPSAT 1 (Korean Multi-purpose Satellite 1) Earth observation satellite was developed jointly by KARI and TRW. ACRIMSat (Active Cavity Radiometric Irradiance Monitor Satellite) was a satellite to ascertain the extent of solar radiation variability.
Minotaur-C 2110
Rocket Description
American all-solid orbital launch vehicle based on a Pegasus and Peacekeeper rocket.It has been designed as a quick reaction launch vehicle, which can be launched from minimaly prepared places in a matter of a few days.