🚀 Last night at 10:30 p.m., a Long March-5 rocket lifted off from the Wenchang Space Launch Site on the Chinese mainland in Hainan Province, carrying a cutting-edge communication test satellite.
The satellite has successfully entered its preset orbit and will undergo multi-band, high-speed communication trials to validate new technology for ultra-fast data links in space.
This launch also showcased a 5.2 meter diameter, 18.5 meter long fairing designed to support a wider range of mission types.
It marks the 602nd flight of the Long March carrier rocket series, demonstrating the program has a growing track record of success.
Stay tuned as we monitor satellite progress and next steps in this space-age communication adventure! 🌐✨
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China launches satellite to test new communication technology
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