It is noteworthy that for the country this is the third launch of the Epsilon booster rocket. The previous launch was conducted in 2016. Since then, the mechanism for separating satellites has been improved, it has been made more reliable.
It is noted that the Epsilon missile is equipped with devices with the function of artificial intelligence, due to what the verification and control of its readiness for launch occur automatically and almost do not require human participation.
The ASNARO-2 satellite is able to see and transmit images of objects measuring 1 m in dark and foggy conditions. It can be used in natural disasters.
As previously reported in URA-Inform, the UN Security Council imposed new sanctions against North Korea because of the new testing of ballistic missiles. The latest test of intercontinental ballistic missiles put an end to the patience of the world community, all 15 members of the Security Council voted for the continuation of the old package of sanctions to restrict the supply of oil, gas and textiles.