China's Long March-3B Carrier Rocket Successfully Launches Shijian-31 Satellite
2026-06-17 13:41
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en.Wedoany.com Reported - At 17:45 on June 16, the Long March-3B carrier rocket ignited and lifted off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, subsequently sending the Shijian-31 satellite into its predetermined orbit, marking a complete success of the launch mission.

The Shijian-31 satellite, developed under the leadership of the Eighth Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), is primarily used for space environment detection.

The Long March-3B rocket, developed under the leadership of the First Academy of CASC, is a member of the Long March-3A series of carrier rockets. During this mission, the project team focused on improving rocket reliability, conducting multi-system, multi-disciplinary technical research and thorough verification, and implementing multiple technical state improvements. At the same time, process quality control was further tightened, with measures such as graded and categorized management of launch site operations and independent review of test data, laying a solid foundation for the mission's complete success through a rigorous, meticulous, and pragmatic work style.

This launch marks the 651st flight of the Long March series of carrier rockets.

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