Recently, i-Space successfully carried out a separation test for the 5.2-meter payload fairing of the Hyperbola-3 reusable launch vehicle at a designated test site. Throughout the test, the payload fairing unlocked and separated exactly as instructed, with all performance indicators meeting the predetermined design requirements. This successful test not only validated the accuracy of the payload fairing separation plan but also yielded crucial relevant data, thereby establishing a solid foundation for subsequent flight tests.
The Hyperbola-3 launch vehicle has been developed with the specific aim of fulfilling the growing demands for high-frequency and large-scale space transportation. It features a two-stage configuration, incorporating a recoverable first-stage booster. According to current plans, the Hyperbola-3 is scheduled to embark on its maiden orbital flight and achieve maritime recovery in 2026.
