On February 2 at 15:51, China successfully launched the "Zhang Heng No. 1" electromagnetic monitoring test satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center using the Long March II rocket. The satellite was placed into its designated orbit, marking a significant milestone in China's space science and geophysical research capabilities. This achievement places China among a select group of nations with high-precision geophysical field exploration satellites in operation.
According to the National Defense Science and Technology Bureau and the China National Space Administration, "Zhang Heng No. 1" is a newly developed civil aerospace scientific satellite and the first in China's geophysical field exploration satellite program. It is designed to monitor global electromagnetic fields, ionospheric plasma, and high-energy particle activities, contributing significantly to earthquake research and space environment monitoring.
Zhao Jian, deputy director of the Systems Engineering Department at the National Defense Science and Technology Bureau, highlighted that "Zhang Heng No. 1" features wide coverage, excellent electromagnetic conditions, strong dynamic information processing capabilities, and no geographical constraints. The satellite will provide new technological support for Earth system research.
The project was approved in 2013 by the National Defense Science and Technology Bureau and the Ministry of Finance. Developed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation’s Fifth Academy and the Shanghai Aerospace Technology Research Institute, the satellite and launch vehicle were built with precision and innovation. The launch and tracking were managed by the China Satellite Launch and Tracking Control System, while the application system was developed and operated by the China Earthquake Administration.
Zhou Feng, director of Aerospace Oriental Red Satellite Co., Ltd., noted that "Zhang Heng No. 1" integrates multiple payloads, including a high-precision magnetometer, plasma analyzer, and high-energy particle detector. It also carries Italian high-energy particle detectors, enhancing the satellite's detection capabilities through international collaboration.
Shen Xuhui, chief scientist of the electromagnetic monitoring test satellite project, stated that the satellite has reached advanced international standards, with some technical parameters leading globally. It represents several "firsts" in China, including the first high-precision electromagnetic cleanliness control for low-Earth orbit satellites, filling gaps in space-based scientific research. The satellite's high-precision magnetometers are expected to capture critical global geomagnetic data.
In addition to "Zhang Heng No. 1," the mission also included the launch of six domestic and foreign microsatellites, such as "Juvenile Star One." This small satellite is the first educational sharing satellite in China, born from the creativity and aspirations of over 100,000 primary and secondary school students. It enables schools and educational institutions across the country to access satellite data for aerospace science education, inspiring future generations of scientists and engineers.
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