China successfully launches new satellite group

Successful launch of modified Long March-6 carrier rocket

On July 5, China successfully launched the Tianhui 5-02 satellite group at 6:49 am. The satellite group was launched aboard a modified Long March-6 carrier rocket from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. The launch was a success, and the satellites are now in orbit.

Details of the launch

The modified Long March-6 carrier rocket used in the launch was a two-stage launch vehicle. The first stage of the rocket used liquid propellants, while the second stage used solid propellants. The rocket was successfully launched from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center at 2:42 pm Beijing Time.

The Tianhui 5-02 satellite group is a group of six satellites. The satellites are designed to provide remote sensing data for a variety of applications, including land use planning, environmental monitoring, and disaster relief.

Significance of the launch

The successful launch of the Tianhui 5-02 satellite group is a significant achievement for China's space program. It marks the first time that China has successfully launched a group of six satellites on a single rocket. The launch also demonstrates China's growing capabilities in the field of space technology.