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Shijian 18

Long March 5/YZ-2 · Communications

2017101, Wenchang Space Launch Site

Mission

Shijian 18 is a Chinese experimental geostationary satellite based on the new DFH-5 Bus. Reportedly the transmission capacity of the satellite is double that of current Chinese communications satellites, allowing more television channels and clearer programs to be transmitted. The new satellite will also improve internet connectivity and accessibility as well as reduce users' costs.

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Mission Facts

Provider
CASC
Rocket
Long March 5/YZ-2
Orbit
GTO
Pad
101
NET precision
Year
Data source
LL2
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