In the early hours of Friday morning, China successfully launched a group of 10 satellites into orbit from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China’s Shanxi Province. The launch occurred at 2:30 a.m. Beijing Time, as the Long March-6 carrier rocket carried the Geely-03 constellation into their predetermined orbit.
This mission marks the 534th flight of the Long March rocket series, highlighting the crucial role this rocket family plays in China’s expanding space program.
The Geely-03 satellites are owned by GeeSpace, a subsidiary of Geely Technology Group, and are part of the “Geely Future Mobility Constellation” project. This project is the world’s first commercial integrated constellation for communication, navigation, and remote sensing.
According to the company’s plan, the constellation will consist of 240 satellites, with 72 scheduled for deployment by 2025 in the first phase. Through the construction of this future mobility constellation, a new technological ecosystem is expected to be created. This ecosystem will offer full coverage through multi-dimensional carriers such as automobiles and consumer electronics, enabling advancements in smart travel, unmanned systems, smart cities, and more, according to the company.
The successful launch of the Geely-03 satellites represents a significant step forward in China’s efforts to integrate space technology with future mobility solutions. It underscores the nation’s commitment to innovation and the development of next-generation technologies that will shape the future of transportation and urban living.
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China launches 10 new Geely-03 satellites for future mobility
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