The maiden flight of LM-8 performed perfectly on December 22,2020.The design concept of modular-ization,seriation and combination has been perfectly exhibited in LM-8.The four main technical innovations,including rapid integrated design based on modularization,engine thrust regulation,modal parameters acquisition technology based on numerical simulation,and flight load control,were verified during the maiden flight.LM-8 is now positioned to be the main force in China's medium launch vehicles for commercial launch.In the future,the mission adaptability of LM-8 will be improved to provide efficient and low-cost launch services.In addition,new technologies to allow repeat-ed use and autonomous flight will be validated.