China Launches Test Satellite Into Orbit For Refueling
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
By Alimat Aliyeva
China has launched a test satellite into orbit for refueling,
Azernews reports.
The Shijian-25 test satellite was launched at 4:00 a.m. local
time aboard the Long March-3B rocket.
According to the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology, the
developer of the Shijian-25, the satellite will be used to test
advanced refueling technologies aimed at extending its service
life.
This satellite launch marks a significant step in China's
efforts to advance satellite maintenance and refueling
capabilities, a critical technology for long-term space
missions.
In-space refueling could allow satellites to operate longer
without the need for costly replacements, reducing space debris and
providing more sustainable space exploration solutions.
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