🚀 Bold news alert! On Tuesday at 3:08 a.m., a Long March-8A rocket lifted off from the Chinese mainland’s southern island province of Hainan, carrying the 10th batch of internet satellites into low Earth orbit. 🌐
Developed by the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology, this 50.5-meter-tall rocket, weighing 371 tonnes at liftoff, can haul up to 7 tonnes into a sun-synchronous orbit—basically a special path that keeps pace with the Sun, so satellites see the same daylight conditions every pass. 💫
What’s the big deal? These satellites form part of a growing constellation designed to boost global connectivity. From streaming K-dramas without lag to video calls with friends in far-flung spots of Sri Lanka or Indonesia, better internet access is on the way! 📱✨
With this launch, the constellation grows bigger, bringing us closer to a world where strong, reliable online connections are everywhere—even off-the-grid mountain trails in Nepal or island getaways in the Philippines. Ready for faster downloads and smoother live streams? We are! 😎
Stay tuned as we track the next steps of this space race and the impact of expanding satellite networks on our digital lives. Until then, keep your eyes on the sky! 🌠
Reference(s):
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