Satellites can be likened to 'passengers' embarking on a journey into space, with rockets serving as the 'transportation vehicles' that carry these passengers to their destination. As the volume of these 'passengers' grows, so too do the demands placed on their 'transportation vehicles'. Traditionally, rocket production was a linear process, overseen by the same team from start to finish. However, in today's landscape, various workstations operate concurrently, significantly boosting efficiency. During its initial flight phase, the Lijian-1 rocket had an assembly cycle spanning roughly three months. Yet, as it transitions into a phase of high-frequency, routine launches, it now achieves monthly liftoffs. The Nansha assembly plant boasts an impressive annual production capacity of 30 launches, with the assembly cycle for a single rocket condensed to approximately 15 days. Presently, the production approach for commercial rockets, exemplified by the Lijian-1, is evolving from a 'mission-centric production' model to one of proactive preparation. This shift has compressed the timeline from order receipt to launch to within six months. Advanced manufacturing technologies are propelling the transformation of commercial rockets, enabling a transition from mission-dependent delivery to more stable and scalable space transportation services.
