China launched two SuperView Neo-1 satellites aboard a Long March 2C rocket on February 27, enhancing its commercial high-resolution remote sensing capabilities. The satellites, operated by China Siwei, are part of a burgeoning constellation expected to grow to 28 satellites, offering significant advancements in precision mapping and data transmission.
On February 27, 2023, China successfully launched two SuperView Neo-1 satellites using a Long March 2C rocket. The launch occurred at 2:08 a.m. Eastern Standard Time from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, with the rocket reaching a clear blue sky. The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) confirmed the success of this mission shortly after liftoff, although the payload details were not disclosed until afterward.
The successful launch of the SuperView Neo-1 satellites furthers China’s ambitions in high-resolution remote sensing technology, contributing to a constellation projected to encompass 28 satellites. The missions serve significant commercial purposes and enhance the nation’s capabilities in precision mapping and agile imaging. Looking ahead, China continues its commitment to an increasing number of space launches and technological advancements in satellite deployments.
Original Source: spacenews.com
