Wake up, space fans! Early Saturday morning, a Smart Dragon-3 (SD-3) rocket took off from an offshore platform near the city of Rizhao in the Chinese mainland’s Shandong Province 🚀. In a stunning display, the rocket carried the Geely-04 constellation into its planned orbit, lighting up the sky above the Yellow Sea.
Coordinated by the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, this sea-based mission shows how flexible launch strategies can open new frontiers for satellite coverage. From high-speed internet connections to Earth observation data, the Geely-04 satellites are ready to power next-gen applications across Asia and beyond.
Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur eyeing Asia’s growing tech scene, a student researching global space trends, or simply part of the diaspora eager for updates from the Chinese mainland, today’s launch is a snapshot of innovation in action 🎯.
Stay tuned as these new satellites begin their journey, promising sharper images, faster data, and fresh opportunities for exploration and business. The future is orbiting closer than ever! 🌌🔭
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Smart Dragon-3 rocket launches Geely-04 satellites from Shandong coast
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