China has launched its first commercial satellite network, the Gande Constellation, with 120 satellites to monitor space debris, starting with a Lijian-1 rocket launch.
The constellation will enhance China's space traffic management
Jul 27, 2026
10:54 am
What's the storyChina has launched its first commercial satellite network, the Gande Constellation, to monitor space debris and detect targets in all orbits.
The first of the 120 satellites was launched from northwest China aboard a Lijian-1 commercial rocket.
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