Nuri rocket launch heralds South Korea’s first microsatellite constallation — and shows it might have the…
- The Nuri rocket is set to deploy 15 satellites following a planned launch on October 7 2026
- Its payload consists its first five disaster response NEONSAT units, and 10 CubeSats
- The NEONSAT satellites will form the first half of a 10-strong microsatellite constellation, potentially laying the groundwork for a Starlink-style network for the country and beyond
South Korea is preparing for the fifth launch of its Nuri rocket, which will have a 15-strong payload of NEONSATs and CubeSats, marking the first time the nation has deployed a microsatellite constellation.
If successful, the launch could spearhead future projects that might even include a Starlink-like satellite internet service.
Five NEONSATS and 10 CubeSats will be deployed by the Nuri rocket, which has a planned launch date of October 7, 2026. Once launched, the five NEONSATS will later be joined by a further five microsatellites. With the 10-strong constellation monitoring the Korean Peninsula...
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