Hey space fam 🚀! On Sunday at 4:55 p.m., the Chinese mainland launched its latest test satellite Shiyan-28B 02 from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province. Riding a trusty Long March-4C rocket, it smoothly reached its preset orbit—making this the 589th mission for the Long March series! 🎉
Shiyan-28B 02 is on a mission to explore the space environment and run cutting-edge tech tests. In simple terms, it’ll study conditions beyond Earth’s atmosphere—like cosmic radiation and microgravity—and trial new tech that could power tomorrow’s satellites and space ventures. Think of it as a high-tech lab cruising through the stars. 🔬🌌
For young tech enthusiasts in South and Southeast Asia, this launch highlights the region’s growing role in space innovation. Whether you’re coding an app in Bangalore, designing drones in Jakarta, or simply stargazing in Bangkok, Shiyan-28B 02 shows how space tech is becoming part of our everyday vibe. From better internet links to climate monitoring and even gaming clouds, the sky’s no longer the limit! 🌏💡
Stay tuned for more updates on Shiyan-28B 02’s journey and find inspo for your next big idea—because the cosmos is calling, and the future is orbiting us all! ✨
Reference(s):
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