Danuri Successfully Enters Lunar Orbit
Every machine and devices on Danuri, also known as the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO), are working fine, including the onboard computer and flight-control
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2022-12-28
Marking the 1st anniversary of the successful launch of Danuri, the Republic of Korea takes the first step into the future of space exploration!
- A ceremony to commemorate the 1st anniversary of Danuri launch and space exploration symposium to be held - Operational output to be disclosed, such
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2023-08-08
Korean Lunar Orbiter Danuri successfully conducts the Lunar Orbit Insertion maneuver
The first LOI is the most important maneuver because it slows down the speed of Danuri to be safely captured by the Moon’s gravity and enter the target
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2022-12-19
Danuri(KPLO) Total Mass : Approximately 678 kg (1.82m×2.14m×2.29m) Mission Duration : 3 years Operational Orbit : Circular orbit at 100 km altitude above
Six payloads developed by Korean research institutes & NASA Danuri(KPLO) carries a a total of 6 payloads.
Unlike past missions, space-leading countries now regard the Moon as an undeveloped domain of immense potential, aiming to establish leadership in space
KARI Planetary Data System KARI Planetary Data System (KPDS) The spacecraft "Danuri" is on a mission to fly in a polar orbit at an altitude of 100 km above