Lijian 1 carried a new quantum key distribution satellite, among other payloads, on its debut mission.
The four-stage Lijian 1, also referred to as ZK-1A, lifted from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at 12:12 a.m. EDT on July 27, carrying six satellites into orbit on its debut flight.
The 100-foot-tall rocket — China's largest solid-fueled launch vehicle — was developed by CAS Space, a spinoff from the state-owned Chinese Academy of Sciences . The mission was CAS Space’s first launch, but the firm also has plans for larger rockets, as well as a familiar-looking concept for
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