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China launches new test satellite Shiyan-28B 02

CGTN

Via China Media Group
Via China Media Group

Via China Media Group

China on Sunday sent a new test satellite into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan.

The Shiyan-28B 02 satellite was launched at 4:55 p.m. aboard a Long March-4C carrier rocket and successfully entered its preset orbit.

The satellite will be used mainly for space environment exploration and related technology tests.

This marks the 589th flight mission of the Long March carrier rocket series.

Source(s): Xinhua News Agency
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