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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