[Zhuque-2 Improved Y6 Carrier Rocket Successfully Launches, Frequent Launches Expected Annually in the Future]

Published: Jun 10, 2026 10:32

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At 16:23 on June 9, 2026, the Zhuque-2 improved Y6 carrier rocket lifted off from the Dongfeng Commercial Space Innovation Test Zone and successfully placed the Qianfan DTC01 satellite and the China Mobile 02 satellite into their preset orbits. This mission was the 8th flight of the Zhuque-2 series launch vehicles. During this mission, Zhuque-2 completed an important technical improvement: the separation of the rocket's first and second stages adopted a new method, using pneumatic push rods to replace explosives, which enhanced safety and autonomous controllability. In addition, the engine received two upgrades, adopting 3D-printed integral forming and a thrust adjustment device, improving stability and durability. The successful launch marks that the Zhuque-2 improved rocket technology has fully matured and entered the mass production phase, and intensive launches are expected each year in the future.

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