The Nuri rocket has begun charging its oxidizer.
On October 7, the Korea Aerospace Administration and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute announced that the charging of liquid oxygen, the oxidizer for the Nuri rocket, commenced around 10:20 AM. Earlier, at approximately 9:40 AM, the rocket's fuel, kerosene, was charged.
With fuel charging completed, the Nuri rocket is set to launch at 12:25 PM.
Starting at 12:15 PM, ten minutes before launch, the Nuri rocket will enter the automated launch operation (PLO) phase. The process will proceed automatically until just before launch.
Ten seconds before liftoff, the computer will indicate readiness for launch. Four seconds prior, the engine will ignite, and once it reaches normal output, the launch vehicle's hold-down mechanism will be released, allowing the launch to occur.
Meanwhile, the weather conditions at the Naro Space Center are optimal for the Nuri rocket's launch. The sky is clear with no clouds, and there are no strong winds. Currently, the average ground wind speed is 2 m/s, with a maximum gust of 5 m/s. The upper-level winds meet the launch criteria, and there is no risk of lightning.
The space environment is also favorable. An analysis of solar activity, including solar flares, solar particle influx, and geomagnetic disturbances, indicates that there will be no adverse effects on the launch from solar activity.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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