China retrieves its first reusable satellite in a quest to cut space research costs

China retrieves its first reusable satellite in a quest to cut space research costs

The China National Space Administration said the Shijian-19 satellite met its targets on various technological fronts, from reusability to payload ratio and re-entry. “Shijian-19 is … an efficient platform for research in microgravity science and space life sciences,” state broadcaster CCTV reported on Saturday. “Additionally, the Shijian-19 satellite provided an in-orbit flight test verification opportunity…

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China’s WZ-7 drone, bomber team up for drill as ‘Ukraine lesson learned’

China’s WZ-7 drone, bomber team up for drill as ‘Ukraine lesson learned’

The Chinese military has showcased reconnaissance WZ-7 drones and crewed fighter jets working together in a video highlighting the country’s growing aerial scouting capacity. According to a retired People’s Liberation Army colonel, such coordination will improve strike capability against fast-moving targets, which is “a lesson that China has learned from the Ukraine war”. The video…

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