Hey friends! Guess what? China just got its first water-watching satellite called Shuili-1 (pronounced shway-lee). And it has sent back its very first pictures from space! 🌟
Shuili-1 is super special because it helps scientists keep an eye on rivers, lakes, and even floods. The coolest part? It can see right through clouds and rain! ☁️🌧️ So even when the weather is stormy, Shuili-1 can still send us important information.
The satellite took amazing images of the Yellow River in Inner Mongolia. It showed frozen parts of the river, riverbanks, and drainage systems. How cool is that? ❄️🏞️
Launched on December 17, Shuili-1 went up to space with three other satellites. Together, they make a team that will help watch over water projects all over China. They even have smart tools on board to process data right in space! 💡🛰️
This means they can help people stay safe during floods and other water problems. Way to go, Shuili-1! 🎉
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
