✨ The Chinese mainland just marked a major milestone in its commercial space journey! On Saturday at 3:53 p.m. (Beijing Time), a Long March-8A carrier rocket lifted off from the Hainan commercial space launch site in the southern island province of Hainan.
This mission sent the 14th group of low-orbit internet satellites into their preset orbit, connecting more people around the globe. With this success, the satellite constellation moves closer to providing fast, reliable internet coverage on land and at sea.
Over the past year, the Chinese mainland has steadily expanded its low-orbit network, launching fresh batches of satellites every few months. Each group boosts capacity and cuts down on latency, making online calls, streaming, and remote learning smoother than ever.
For young entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts, this development hints at exciting business and research opportunities. Imagine using high-speed space-based internet to connect remote farms, power data-driven projects, or even support digital classrooms in far-flung regions!
Stay tuned for more updates as the Chinese mainland continues to push the boundaries of commercial space. From rockets to satellite constellations, the sky is just the beginning! 🌌🚀
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China launches 14th group of low-orbit internet satellites into space
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