Hey there, space enthusiasts! 🌌 Did you hear the exciting news from the Chinese mainland? They’ve just made a big leap in satellite communication technology! Let’s dive in and find out more. 🛰️
Scientists from the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences have set a new national record. They’ve achieved super-fast communication speeds between satellites and the ground—up to 2,100 megabits per second! That’s like downloading 210 of your favorite songs every second! 🎶
As satellites capture more and more data from space, we need better ways to send all that information back to Earth. Usually, satellites in the Chinese mainland use the X-band for sending data, with speeds around 450 to 1,200 megabits per second. But with this new technology, they can send data much faster! 🚀
“We needed to speed things up to handle all the cool space data we’re getting,” said Zhang Yumeng, a senior engineer at AIR and leader of the project. “This breakthrough helps us do just that!”
The team tested their new system at a ground station in Lijiang, Yunnan Province. It worked like a charm, showing that the technology is ready for action! 🌟
“This is a big step forward for our country’s satellite communication,” added Huang Peng, a researcher at AIR. “We’ve solved important technical challenges and created a super-efficient solution!”
Isn’t it amazing how scientists are making space communication faster than ever? Who knows—maybe someday you’ll be part of the team pushing the boundaries of space technology! 🚀🌠
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
