The first Chizhou-made rocket assembly rolls off the production lineOn May 17, Anhui Xinghe Power Equipment Technology Co., Ltd. held a launch ceremony for the launch of rocket assembly and the completion and opening of the rocket engine test base. The first Chizhou-made "Zhishenxing-1" liquid carrier rocket was successfully assembled. The rocket officially entered the industrialization.According to reports, the "Zhishenxing-1" liquid launch vehicle rolled off the assembly line this time has a total length of 52 meters, a diameter of 3.35 meters, and a take-off weight of 257 tons. Sky" liquid oxygen/kerosene engine. The multi-return vortex conical gas generator, coaxial double-suction turbo pump, and multi-functional integrated combined valve adopted by "Zhishenxing-1" are all domestically pioneered, and are also at the leading level at the international level. The liquid launch vehicle that has been assembled this time will make its first flight next year, and it will be able to be reused about 50 times in the future.
"Plasma No. 1" will fly for the first time in Hainan!Athena, the goddess of wisdom in Greek mythology, is also known as Pallas. On the morning of January 25, Liu Baiqi, general manager of Beijing Galaxy Power Equipment Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Galaxy Power), the research and development unit of the medium-to-large reusable liquid rocket "Pallas 1", and his delegation went to Hainan International Commercial Space Launch Co., Ltd. for investigation , had in-depth exchanges with Fan Feng, member of the Hainan Commercial Development Party Committee and deputy general manager, and other matters related to the IPO.During the exchange, Galaxy Dynamics introduced the development progress and launch work plan of Pallas 1, sorted out the coordination between the early rocket system and the launch center, and proposed specific matters to be coordinated between the rocket system and the launch site system, measurement and control system, and satellite system interface. In view of the fact that Pallas 1 was launched from the Hainan International Commercial Space Launch Center for the first time, Galaxy Power combined with reality and innovated the launch mission organization model and proposed a "simple launch mode" plan. Liu Baiqi said that Galaxy Power has been committed to improving the launch and carrying capacity by improving the performance of rocket engines. It is expected that in November this year, Pallas 1 will be ready for launch. By then, people can appreciate the gathering of mankind on the shores of the South China Sea at the "Athena" The beauty of wisdom and technology on "Goddess".Hainan Shangfa introduced the company's situation, the progress of the launch center construction and the clear launch missions this year, and had in-depth exchanges with Galaxy Power. Discuss how to maximize the use efficiency of each launch station in the launch center based on full consideration of pre-launch preparation time and post-launch recovery time. Fan Feng thanked Galaxy Power for its trust and support to Hainan Commercial Development, and asked all participating departments to efficiently and quickly coordinate the matters to be coordinated. During the actual implementation process, fully consider the individual needs of this type of rocket, and match the cooperation model with low cost and high efficiency. , and continue to push forward work progress. We welcome the arrival of "Pallas One" with the most sincere attitude, the most professional spirit, and the most "commercial wisdom". The Launch Business Department, General Technology Department, Market Development Department, and Engineering Equipment Department participated in the meeting and exchanges.
"A first look at an assembled Galactic Energy Pallas-1 rocket."
Quote from: Alter Sachse on 03/10/2025 12:37 pm"A first look at an assembled Galactic Energy Pallas-1 rocket."Former is flight hardware footage from last November, Second is the old, 2023 Pathfinder.
In Chizhou, Anhui province, a 2-billion-yuan industrial fund and an ultra-streamlined approval mechanism have attracted multiple commercial aerospace projects from across the country to set up operations locally. The region's commercial aerospace sector is evolving from a detailed planning blueprint into a comprehensive industrial ecosystem encompassing "rockets + satellites + materials."At a rocket manufacturing facility in Chizhou, researchers are methodically assembling the second-stage propulsion system of the newly developed "Zhishenxing-1" liquid-fueled carrier rocket, ensuring that testing for this critical component can begin by the end of the month.As the first private company in China to achieve orbital launch capability [], the firm is targeting the maiden flight of the "Zhishenxing-1" in August 2025. Company executives noted that their rapid growth stems not only from convenient transportation and government support but also from the well-developed local supply chain.Xing Boqiang, Director of Power Manufacturing at Anhui Galactic Energy: "Supporting materials, including machining resources, are relatively complete here. Located in the Yangtze River Delta region, the area also benefits from abundant factor resource allocation. So far, we have successfully conducted 18 launches, deploying 77 satellites."
In the eyes of many, "rocket building" is a cutting-edge technology and a massive undertaking. However, with the introduction of a series of policies supporting the development of commercial aerospace, China's commercial rocket industry has grown rapidly. Recently, a commercial rocket production base in Chizhou, Anhui, has been busy installing and testing a new rocket model set for a test flight by the end of the year.CCTV reporter Wu Jun: I am currently in the rocket assembly workshop of this company. Behind me is the medium-large, reusable launcher codenamed "Zhìshénxīng-1." In the near future, this rocket will undergo an ignition test, so the installation work is currently very intensive. What we see now is the second-stage booster section. The engine was just hoisted into place yesterday afternoon, and today, the team is working on the installation and debugging of the pipelines and electrical systems. Once fully assembled, the rocket will be a massive structure—50 meters long and over 3 meters in diameter. So far, this rocket has completed key tests, including the verification of the retro-rocket system, engine reliability tests, and fairing separation tests. Its first orbital launch is scheduled for the end of this year, followed by recovery experiments.
Rockets are a key gateway to the commercial aerospace industry. They not only determine whether satellites can successfully enter orbit, but also directly influence launch frequency, mission costs, and the speed of commercialization. In Yizhuang, Beijing, the rocket industry is rapidly developing towards clustering and scale. Beijing Yizhuang is currently home to numerous rocket companies, including Beijing Galaxy Power Aerospace Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Galaxy Power Aerospace"), Landspace Science and Technology Co., Ltd., China Long March Rocket Co., Ltd., and Interstellar Glory Aerospace Technology Group Co., Ltd., forming China's most concentrated commercial rocket innovation cluster. Furthermore, Yizhuang Rocket achieved an eight-launch winning streak in the first half of this year, and plans to launch even more frequently and densely in the second half of the year.Currently, the reusable liquid carrier rocket "Pallas-1" has entered the final sprint before its maiden flight. It is understood that the first two rockets of "Pallas-1" have been assembled and are ready for launch. According to the plan, their maiden flight will be at the end of October 2025, followed by commercial operation.Galaxy Power Aerospace, the rocket company behind "Pallas-1," is a key member of the Beijing Yizhuang commercial aerospace industry cluster."The Pallas-1 rocket is equipped with our independently developed CQ-50 engine," Liu Baiqi, founder and CEO of Galaxy Power Aerospace, told the Securities Daily. The Pallas-1 rocket uses liquid oxygen/kerosene as fuel and can be reused approximately 30 times. Its payload capacity to low Earth orbit (LEO) is 8 tons.Achieving reusability is a technological advancement currently pursued by rocket manufacturers. The implementation of reusable technology will significantly reduce rocket launch costs."The maturity of reusable technology can effectively spread the cost of a single rocket launch," Liu Baiqi calculated for reporters. "Currently, the launch cost of a low-orbit satellite is approximately 30,000 to 50,000 yuan per kilogram. Taking the 'Pallas series' rockets as an example, reusable technology can reduce the unit launch cost to 8,000 yuan per kilogram."
Ace of Razgriz@raz_liu·Finally, we saw actual engines installed on the Pallas-1. The stage was there for 2+ years with mock-up engines.
"In early autumn, workers at Anhui Galaxy Power Equipment Technology Co., Ltd., located in the Jiangnan Emerging Industry Cluster, were conducting assembly and testing around a massive rocket measuring 50 meters long and 3.35 meters in diameter. "As the company's first liquid-fueled rocket assembled and produced in Chizhou, the 'Zhi Shen Xing-1' rocket is expected to arrive at the Jiuquan Launch Center in November of this year and then undergo scheduling, with an estimated maiden flight completion date of end of the year," "
The Pallas-1 second-stage propulsion system test was a complete success!Recently, a test of the Pallas-1 second-stage propulsion system was successfully conducted at the Galaxy Power Aerospace Propulsion Test Center.The second-stage propulsion system test, often called a "flight test without takeoff," was conducted in accordance with the full profile of the Pallas-1 second-stage mission. The test systems included the onboard pressurization and delivery system, the liquid oxygen-kerosene engine system, the electrical system, the structural system, the propulsion test and control system, the launch support system, and the ground-based test and launch control system. This test fully verified the design correctness of the Pallas-1 launch vehicle's refueling and parking, engine precooling, the matching of various systems involved in the second-stage flight test, and the 24-hour launch delay. The test features comprehensive elements, comprehensive process coverage, and comprehensive assessment content.Galaxy Power Aerospace adheres to the principle of "high-level safety leading high-quality development" and uncompromisingly implements the safety and regulatory requirements of the National Space Administration for large-scale ground tests such as the propulsion system test. During the test preparation phase, the test rocket and test bench passed the National Space Administration's special safety review with high standards. During the test, under the guidance of relevant local authorities, detailed safety control rules were strictly implemented in accordance with the safety management plan, and safety responsibilities were strictly enforced at all levels, successfully achieving "double perfection in process and results."The resounding success of this test laid a solid foundation for the first flight mission of the Pallas-1 rocket and sounded the clarion call for a successful maiden flight.The Pallas-1 is one of China's first reusable liquid-propellant carrier rockets to conduct orbital-level launches. This two-stage rocket is primarily targeted at large constellation networks and large satellite launch markets. Its first stage utilizes seven CQ-50 rockets in parallel, with an optional "Eros" upper stage. With a takeoff mass of approximately 283 tons and a low-orbit payload capacity of 7 tons, it can meet the requirements for vertical recovery and reuse of the substage.This test run received strong guidance from higher-level regulatory authorities such as the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense and the Anhui Provincial Industry Office, as well as strong support from governments at all levels in Anhui Province, including Chizhou City, Jiangnan Industrial Cluster Zone, Guichi District, and Niutoushan Town, providing crucial support for the successful completion of the test.As a leading Chinese commercial aerospace company, Galaxy Power Aerospace Company has consistently upheld the principle that "safety is the lifeline of development" and has established a comprehensive safety assurance system encompassing R&D, testing, production, and launch. By continuously improving its safety management mechanisms, strengthening technical support measures, and cultivating a safety culture, the company has not only achieved 20 successful launches of the Ceres-1 carrier rocket, but has also established highly reliable safety assurance for the development and testing of the next-generation Pallas-1 liquid rocket and its main engine, the CQ series liquid oxygen/kerosene engine.
