# KSLV-I Naro

> Russo-Korean jointly develeoped small orbital launch vehicle

**Wikidata**: [Q494204](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q494204)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naro-1)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kslv-i-naro

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## Summary  
The **KSLV-I Naro** is a small orbital launch vehicle jointly developed by South Korea and Russia. It was South Korea's first space launch vehicle, designed to carry payloads like satellites into orbit. The rocket's development marked a significant milestone in South Korea's aerospace ambitions.

## Key Facts  
- **First flight**: August 25, 2009  
- **Developed by**: Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) and Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center (Russia)  
- **Followed by**: KSLV-II Nuri  
- **Country of origin**: South Korea  
- **Type**: Small orbital launch vehicle  
- **Aliases**: Korea Space Launch Vehicle I, Naro-1, Naro-ho  
- **Manufacturers**: Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center and Korea Aerospace Research Institute  
- **Subclass of**: Launch vehicle  
- **Notable payloads**: STSAT-2A, STSAT-2C  

## FAQs  
### Q: Who developed the KSLV-I Naro?  
A: The KSLV-I Naro was jointly developed by South Korea's Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) and Russia's Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center.  

### Q: What was the purpose of the KSLV-I Naro?  
A: It was designed as a small orbital launch vehicle to carry payloads, such as satellites, into space, marking South Korea's entry into independent space launch capabilities.  

### Q: What succeeded the KSLV-I Naro?  
A: It was succeeded by the KSLV-II Nuri, an advanced orbital launch vehicle developed by South Korea.  

## Why It Matters  
The KSLV-I Naro represents South Korea's first major step into space launch technology, showcasing its collaboration with Russia to develop indigenous capabilities. Although its early flights faced challenges, the program laid the groundwork for future advancements like the KSLV-II Nuri. The vehicle's development also strengthened South Korea's position in the global aerospace industry, demonstrating its ability to participate in complex space missions.  

## Notable For  
- **First South Korean orbital launch vehicle**  
- **Joint Russo-Korean development**  
- **Pioneered South Korea's independent space launch efforts**  
- **Precursor to the more advanced KSLV-II Nuri**  

## Body  
### Development and Collaboration  
- Developed jointly by **Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI)** and **Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center**.  
- Part of South Korea's efforts to establish independent space launch capabilities.  

### Launch History  
- **First flight**: August 25, 2009.  
- Carried payloads such as **STSAT-2A** and **STSAT-2C**.  

### Technical Specifications  
- Classified as a **small orbital launch vehicle**.  
- Succeeded by **KSLV-II Nuri**, which improved upon its design.  

### International Recognition  
- Referred to by multiple names, including **Naro-1** and **Korea Space Launch Vehicle I**.  
- Featured in international media and space industry discussions.  

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## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013