China has successfully launched an experimental communications satellite, further advancing its space technology capabilities, according to the state news agency Xinhua.
The satellite, named Experimental Communications Technology Satellite-15, was launched aboard a Long March-3B carrier rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan Province, southwestern China.
The satellite successfully reached its designated orbit, marking another milestone in China’s rapidly growing space program.
This new satellite is designed to test multi-band, high-speed satellite communications technologies, playing a crucial role in the development of advanced communication networks.
China has been actively expanding its space program, with ongoing projects in meteorological monitoring, telecommunications, navigation systems, and lunar exploration.
The country continues to make significant progress in satellite development, reinforcing its position as a global leader in space technology.