President Moon said, "Next month's Orbiter, landing on the moon in 2030."Leap to the Seven World Powers"
Naro Space Center observes the successful combustion test of the first stage of the Korean space projectile "Nuriho"
"Proactively support private projectile business growth…Companies such as SpaceX will also come to Korea."
Moon Jae-in, the president on February 25, said the “launch a lunar orbiter next year and our launch vehicle using the moon landing by 2030 make your dreams come true.”
"We will actively pursue a challenging space exploration project based on the results of the development of Korean-type projectiles," President Moon said after observing the first stage of the Korean space projectile "Nuri" at Goheung Naro Space Center in Jeollanam-do.
Regarding the success of the test, President Moon said, "The final comprehensive combustion test in the first stage is the last test that goes through the same process as the actual launch, so it actually means completion of development."
"We have also been able to launch our satellites into space on the projectiles we have created, and the private sector has also jumped into the 'New Space' competition, which leads the innovative space industry," he stressed.
Moon Jae-in, Goheung-gun, Jeollanam-do, Korea on July 25, the president's Naro Space Center, Nuri in the first observer to a comprehensive fire test speed. (Photo = Copyright (c) Yonhap News Agency, Unauthorized Reprint-Re-distribution prohibited)
President Moon said, "We will create an innovative industrial ecosystem so that global space companies such as Space X can emerge in Korea. We will gradually transfer technologies owned by research institutes to the private sector and improve the system for building space clusters and revitalizing the space service industry."
In particular, "We will actively support the growth of private projectile companies by installing solid launch sites for private companies at the Naro Space Center," he said. "The government will upgrade the chairman of the National Space Commission to the prime minister."
Cheong Wa Dae said the seven largest space powers include the United States, Russia, Europe, China, Japan and India in addition to South Korea.
The following is a full text of President Moon's remarks on both the "Nuri Comprehensive Burning Test Observation and the Korea Space Strategy Report Conference."
I'm proud of you, respectful people, space scientists. Congratulations. Today, we succeeded in the final comprehensive combustion test of the first stage of the Korean space launch vehicle, Nuri. The final comprehensive combustion test in the first stage is actually the last test to go through the same process as the actual launch, so it means the development has been completed. Only the main launch is left.
With the success of the combined combustion test of four 75-ton rocket engines today, the development of the first stage, which has the highest assembly difficulty and drive, following the second stage and the third stage, which have already completed performance verification. Finally, this coming October, Nuri will be able to fly into space with a dummy satellite.
In 2013, the "Naro" shook off the regret that it had to be helped by Russia and launched our satellite, our projectile, from our land. This is the seventh, most proud achievement in the world.
Kim Dae-jung, former president of the financial crisis, people from the pain of the universe with a dream, and decided to develop a space rocket. Twenty years after that, researchers and companies, led by the Aerospace Research Institute, achieved today's achievement with one mind. I sincerely respect and thank everyone who has sweated and shed tears for a long time until today, encouraging those who succeeded in the combustion test. In particular, I would like to thank many entrepreneurs who have participated for a long time.
People, the world's first spacecraft was launched in 1957, and in 1969, mankind carved its first footprints on the moon. It was just a envious, distant story, but now the 'Space Age of Korea' is just around the corner. We, too, have been able to launch our satellites into space on our own projectiles, and the private sector has entered the New Space competition, which leads the innovative space industry. The government will make the dream come true with the people. With a long-term vision and unwavering commitment, we will boldly invest in space development and expand into space with scientists and engineers.
First, we will actively pursue a challenging space exploration project based on the results of the development of Korean projectiles. We will launch the lunar orbiter next year and achieve our dream of landing on the moon using our projectile by 2030. The technology, experience, and confidence that you will gain from exploring the moon, the first step in space exploration, will provide a solid foundation for space development. We will also review the feasibility of Apophis asteroids approaching Earth in 2029 to establish an exploration plan.
Second, we will accelerate the development and utilization of various satellites. It's an era where we find our way with satellites and manage the environment and land. We've sent 17 satellites into space. Nine of them have ended their missions, and eight of them are still carrying out various missions in Earth's orbit, ranging from broadcasting and communication to land and environmental management.
The Chollian 2B, launched last year, is the world's first fine dust observation geostationary satellite, sharing information with 13 Asian countries for clear skies. On the 22nd, we put the next medium-sized satellite in orbit. We will closely observe our country to help manage resources and respond to disasters and disasters.
Our satellite technology is highly competitive enough to export satellite systems and payloads to many countries overseas. We will continue to develop satellite technology by establishing a pilot network of communication satellites, a Korean-style satellite navigation system essential to the autonomous vehicle and drone industries, and a micro-cluster satellite system to strengthen our defense space capabilities.
Third, we will focus on strengthening the private space development capabilities. We will create an innovative industrial ecosystem so that global space companies such as Space X can emerge in Korea. We will gradually transfer the technology owned by the research institute to the private sector and continue to improve the system for building a cluster of the space industry and revitalizing the space service industry.
In particular, the revision of the Korea-U.S. missile guidelines last year made it possible to use solid fuel. We will actively support the growth of private projectile companies by installing solid launch sites that can be used by private companies at the Naro Space Center. The government will elevate the head of the National Space Commission to prime minister. We will combine civil and public capabilities more closely and make a clear leap forward as the world's seven largest space powers.
Respected citizens, space scientists, and young people who dreamed of launching "Our Star Satellite" in the 1990s are now opening the "Korea Space Age." Our children, who watched the success of today's "Nuriho" first-stage combustion test, will move beyond the moon to Mars and beyond into a vast universe.
Our technology has already reached world-class levels in many fields. However, it is true that the technology gap in aerospace is still not narrowing. However, if we continue to pursue our dream of space while looking at the stars in the night sky, we will surely be able to leap forward as a leading nation in aerospace.
We support the dreams and passion of space scientists and businessmen who are constantly challenging without fear of failure. Today's success has given great hope to the people who are tired of Corona. The people will also send constant support. Thank you, everyone.
I was so proud of you today. Once again, congratulations with the people. Thank you.
[Source] South Korea Policy Briefing (www.Korea)kr)