🚀 On Friday morning, the Shiyan-29 satellite rocketed into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan, on the Chinese mainland. Aboard a Long March-3C carrier rocket with the Yuanzheng-1 upper stage, the test satellite reached its preset orbit at 10:34 a.m., kicking off a new chapter in space environment exploration.
Shiyan-29 isn’t your everyday satellite—it’s a flying lab designed to study cosmic radiation, plasma waves, and other space environment phenomena. Over the coming months, engineers will run a series of technology tests to see how future spacecraft might handle the harsh conditions beyond Earth’s atmosphere.
Fun fact: this mission marks the 592nd flight of the Long March rocket family, a symbol of the Chinese mainland’s growing expertise in launch vehicle design. Each successful mission adds data, experience, and inspiration for the next generation of explorers and innovators.
For young news enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and space fans alike, Shiyan-29 is more than a satellite—it’s a reminder that the final frontier still holds plenty of mysteries and opportunities. Stay tuned as we track its discoveries and what they mean for the future of space travel! 🌌
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China launches Shiyan-29 test satellite for space environment research
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