Big night at Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center 🚀! On Saturday at 8:40 p.m. Beijing Time, the Chinese mainland sent its 11th batch of low Earth orbit (LEO) internet satellites skyward aboard a modified Long March-6 rocket. This fresh group will beef up the country's growing internet constellation, aiming to bring faster, more reliable connectivity to every corner of the globe.
So, what's a LEO internet constellation? Think of it as a network of mini satellites cruising just a few hundred kilometers above Earth. Because they're closer to us than traditional satellites, they can deliver lower-latency internet—perfect for streaming, gaming, or hopping on a video call without lag.
Why does this matter for you? 🌏 Whether you're chilling in a café in Kuala Lumpur, hustling in a co-working space in Mumbai, or exploring the rice terraces in Bali, a robust satellite net could mean smoother online classes, faster downloads, and staying connected when terrestrial networks can't keep up.
Launch details at a glance:
- Launch pad: Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, Shanxi Province
- Rocket: Modified Long March-6 carrier rocket
- Lift-off: Saturday, 8:40 p.m. (Beijing Time)
- Mission: 11th batch for internet constellation
With each launch, the constellation grows stronger—taking us one step closer to a truly global, high-speed internet era. 🌐 Stay tuned for more space updates!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
