KARI to Operate Experiential Exhibition Ahead of Fifth Nuri Launch

[Financial News] The Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) announced on the 11th that it will operate “Mission! KARI Researcher for a Day!” an experiential promotional exhibition where visitors can see and experience Korea’s aerospace research and development achievements up close, ahead of the fifth launch of Nuri (KSLV-II), scheduled for October.
The exhibition will be held at the Tower Atrium of Starfield Suwon from September 11 to 20. It was organized to share with the public the fifth challenge of Nuri (KSLV-II) and the achievements of Korea’s aerospace development, while helping future generations encounter aerospace science and technology easily and enjoyably in their daily lives. KARI plans to showcase research achievements and interactive science and culture programs in a space popular with children and family visitors, thereby building interest in and support for the fifth Nuri launch.
The exhibition is designed around the concept of visitors becoming “researchers for a day” and exploring and experiencing aerospace technology. It will feature an exhibition space introducing KARI’s major research achievements, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experience zones, hands-on craft programs, and a space where visitors can show their support for Nuri (KSLV-II). A sales area for aerospace-related souvenirs will also be available.
The signature program, “Nuri AR Coloring,” allows visitors to launch their own colored versions of Nuri (KSLV-II) using augmented reality (AR) technology. The program was designed to help children become familiar with Korea’s launch vehicle technology and its challenge of reaching space by decorating their own Nuri and experiencing a virtual launch process.
Other interactive programs include a Danuri lunar exploration quiz, paper airplane making, space keycap making, a spacesuit experience, and writing messages of support for Nuri (KSLV-II). Visitors can go beyond simply viewing the exhibition: by making and exploring things themselves, they can deepen their understanding of aerospace science and technology and join in supporting the fifth Nuri launch.
Lee Sang-cheol, president of the Korea Aerospace Research Institute, said, “We organized this event ahead of the fifth Nuri launch so that the public can experience the achievements and significance of Korea’s aerospace development up close and join the researchers in their challenge.” He added, “We hope this experience will broaden their understanding of aerospace science and technology and serve as an opportunity for future generations to nurture their dreams of reaching space.”

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