11 November 2019
Chinese scientists have developed the first regional center prototype of the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), the world's largest astronomical device. The prototype, developed by the Shanghai Astronomical Observatory (SHAO) under the support of the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, will help push forward the construction and operation of the future SKA regional center, said An Tao, head of the SKA group of the SHAO.
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29 October 2019
Excitement has been building up in China and among space enthusiasts ever since Chinese authorities have hinted at a possible return of Long March 5 to the launchpad at the end of the year. First mentioned by CGWIC during the Satellite Business Week in September 2019, it was then further confirmed by the departure for Tianjin of the Yuan Wang 21 and 22 cargo ships (which specialize in the transportation of rocket parts, notably Long March 5). The current launch date is estimated to be at the end of December, although this could easily be shifted to early 2020 due to the usual uncertainty around launches.
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23 October 2019
HorizonX established on July 8, 2016, is a company specializing in the integration of 5G world-wide integrated network research, which consists of HorizonX Communications, HorizonX Future Network Research Institute, and HorizonX Space Technology. The company plans to build the next generation 5G low-orbit satellite constellation system, relying on the space-based communication platform to develop a communication system suitable for passenger aircraft and driverless vehicles, to realize air and land traffic management and entertainment terminal applications. It’s also the actual operator of the China University Cube Satellite Competition.
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08 November 2019
The International Symposium on the Peaceful Use of Space Technology will take place from 18 to 20 November 2019 at the Zhuhai International Convention & Exhibition Center . The first International Symposium was held in Hainan, China in January 2018. The 2019 International Symposium will focus on the development and application of space technology in health care, remote sensing big data, space education and other aspects. The event is hosted by the Chinese Society of Astronautics, the China High-Tech Industrialisation Association and the International Peace Alliance (Space).
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