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Australia’s Steady March Towards Space
- Australia has been slowly progressing towards achieving its first orbital space launch, joining a select group of countries who have successfully done so.
- The Australian Space Agency (ASA) was established in 2018 to support the growth of the country's space industry, focusing on developing the local space sector rather than building rockets.
- Gilmour Space Technologies, a private company, has been working towards reaching orbit since its founding in 2013, with the development of the Eris rocket being a key objective.
- Despite setbacks and delays, including failed launch attempts and regulatory issues, Gilmour Space has made progress in developing the Eris rocket for future orbital missions.
- The Bowen Orbital Spaceport in Queensland was established by Gilmour Space to serve as a launch pad for its planned orbital missions, closer to the equator for accessing specific orbits.
- The Eris rocket features a three-stage design, utilizing hybrid rocket motors and a liquid rocket engine, with the goal of launching payloads up to 300 kg into low-Earth orbits.
- Despite challenges, Gilmour Space aims to achieve its first orbital launch with Eris, though they acknowledge the difficulties and uncertainties involved in reaching orbit successfully.
- As of now, regulatory approvals and other obstacles remain to be addressed before Gilmour Space can proceed with the first launch of the Eris rocket, scheduled for a later date.
- The Australian Space Agency continues to monitor and oversee the progress of Gilmour Space, ensuring that all licence conditions are met prior to approving a full launch.
- While uncertainties persist, Australia is on the brink of potentially joining the ranks of countries that have achieved orbital space launches, marking a significant milestone in the nation's space exploration journey.
- Despite the challenges, the continued efforts toward achieving Australia's first orbital space launch represent a significant stride towards establishing the country as a player in the global space industry.
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