KB "YUZHNOE" is a Ukrainian enterprise, engaged in the development of technology for the rocket and space sector. At the same time, many prominent companies call the enterprise one of the largest missile design centers in the territory of the former USSR.. During its long existence, the design bureau "YUZHNOE" has gone through many stages of decline and rise. More details about them can be found on the official website. https://yuzhnoye.com.ua/kbu-history.
Developments
First opened in 1954 In 1998, the Yuzhnoye design bureau during its existence conducted a lot of research. The main work was aimed at the production of rockets and spacecraft. The list of the most successful launches includes:
- R-1UK
- R-12
- R-16
- Cyclone-4.
However, work has also been carried out in other directions.. KB "YUZHNOE" worked on the project of the lunar base, the concept of a jumping lunar module and other developments.
Management
During its existence, CB "YUZHNOE" was under the control of various specialists. AT 50 years an important role at the enterprise was played by engineer aviator Vasily Sergeevich Budnik. It was under his leadership that the first ballistic missile of the USSR was created..
AT 1971 year, the design bureau came under the leadership of Utkin V.F., who has worked for the company for about 20 years old.
WITH 1995 year and for subsequent 15 years KB "YUZHNOE" was headed by Stanislav Nikolaevich Konyukhov. After him, the position of General Director passed to Degtyarev Alexander Viktorovich, which occupies her at the present time.
However, in the future, the company is waiting for changes. AT 2020 year, a plan for corporatization of CB Yuzhnoye will be developed.
During its existence, KB "YUZHNOE" has carried out many developments and discoveries, which had a significant effect on the development of the rocket and space sphere of the USSR and Ukraine. Four generations of launch vehicles were created, Earth remote sensing satellites launched, rocket engines and components for them have been developed, Dozens of innovative and other technologies discovered.
