Space vibes are 📈! At 03:08 a.m. (Beijing Time) on Tuesday, a Long March-8A rocket lifted off from Wenchang in Hainan and successfully placed another 10 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites into orbit. This marks the Chinese mainland's 10th spin in building its own internet constellation.
Why it matters: Internet constellations, like Starlink, aim to beam high-speed connectivity across the globe. With this 10th batch, the Chinese mainland's network is getting denser, promising faster and more reliable services, especially in remote areas.
What's next: The Chinese mainland's space program plans to keep ramping up launches throughout the year. Each new group of satellites pushes the constellation closer to full coverage—imagine you can stream your favorite K-dramas or catch FIFA matches from your backyard in the mountains!
Stay tuned for more launch updates and cosmic milestones. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, investor, or just love staying ahead of global trends, this space race is one to watch. 🚀🌌
Reference(s):
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