Polish Engineers Make History with ILR-33 AMBER 2K Rocket Reaching Space Milestone
Key Ideas
  • The Polish suborbital rocket ILR-33 AMBER 2K, using hydrogen peroxide as an oxidizer, successfully reached an altitude of 101 km, marking a significant milestone in Polish space technology.
  • The project, financially supported by the Polish Space Agency, involved systematic improvements by the Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation, leading to the rocket's successful test launch in Norway.
  • The achievement demonstrates Poland's capability to develop complex space systems and launch vehicles independently, potentially enabling the country to carry small satellites into low Earth orbit using a domestic system.
  • The use of 98% hydrogen peroxide as a rocket propellant in the ILR-33 AMBER 2K rocket opens up possibilities for its application in satellite platforms and long-term space missions.
On July 3, 2024, the Polish suborbital rocket ILR-33 AMBER 2K, using 98% hydrogen peroxide as an oxidizer, made history by reaching an altitude of 101 km. The project, supported by the Polish Space Agency, showcased the achievement of Polish engineers in space technology. Dr. Eng. Paweł Stężycki highlighted the significance of the event, emphasizing the breakthrough in Polish science and sustainable development efforts in space. The successful test launch in Norway was a result of systematic improvements by the Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation, enhancing rocket performance and infrastructure. The ILR-33 AMBER 2K's capabilities extend to carrying small satellites into low Earth orbit, showcasing Poland's potential for independent access to space. The use of hydrogen peroxide as a propellant not only marks an ecological advancement but also opens doors for its application in future space missions. The collaborative effort involving various entities including the Polish Space Agency and government ministries underscores the importance of this achievement for Poland's space ambitions.
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