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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.
Next generation Chinese ocean color measurements satellite to study ocean ecology and effects on biological cycles and the climate.
Height 42.00 Meters
Max Stages 3
Mass To GTO 1250 kg
Liftoff Thrust 2962 kN
Diameter 3.35 Meters
Mass To LEO 3850 kg
Liftoff Mass 233 Tonnes
Launch Success 6
Consecutive Success 6
Maiden Flight 2018-10-09
Launch Failures 0
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