2017 · China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Shijian 18
failureLong March 5 / YZ-2 | Shijian 18
Shijian 18 is a Chinese experimental geostationary satellite based on the new DFH-5 Bus. Reportedly the transmission capacity of the satellite is double that of current Chinese communications satellites, allowing more television channels and clearer programs to be transmitted. The new satellite will also improve internet connectivity and accessibility as well as reduce users' costs.
Overview
- Date / time
- July 2, 2017 at 11:23 AM UTC
- Outcome
- failure
- Launch site
- 101
- Mission
- Shijian 18
- Mission type
- Communications
- Orbit achieved
- Geostationary Transfer Orbit