VOICED : Brasil quiere dar uso comercial a su base espacial en Alcantara

The Alcântara Launch Center in Brazil is positioned for commercial use due to its advantageous location near the equator, which offers fuel savings and favorable meteorological conditions. The Brazilian Air Force is negotiating a technological safeguard agreement with the US, as most rockets use US technology. Past negotiations with the US were stalled, and a deal with Ukraine was terminated by the Brazilian government.

What is the primary goal for the Alcántara Satellite Launch Center starting next year?

• To become a tourist attraction

• To be used for commercial satellite launches

• To serve as a military base

• To host international space conferences

Why is the Alcántara Satellite Launch Center considered one of the best in the world?

• It is the oldest launch center

• It has the most advanced technology

• It is located near the equator, saving fuel

• It has the largest launch pad

What is a significant advantage of Alcántara's location for satellite launches?

• It is close to major cities

• It has a large number of launch pads

• It allows for up to 30% fuel savings

• It is the most secure location

Why is a technology protection agreement with the United States necessary for Alcántara?

• To use American rocket technology

• To build new launch facilities

• To access American funding

• To train Brazilian engineers

What happened to the agreement between Brazil and Ukraine regarding satellite launches?

• It was postponed indefinitely

• It was terminated by the Brazilian government

• It was expanded to include more countries

• It was successfully implemented