Xiaoxiang-1, XPNAV-1 & 3 others.
Long March 11
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Mission
Xiaoxiang-1, XPNAV-1 & 3 others.
- Type: Astrophysics
- Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
XPNAV-1 (X-Ray Pulsar Navigation) is the first ever satellite to test the technology of spacecraft navigation by using signals from X-ray pulsars. It is launched along with the Xiaoxiang 1 cubsat and several other small satellites.
Location
Launch Area 95A
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People’s Republic of China
Launch Area 95A has witnessed the launch of 51 rockets, including 51 orbital launch attempts, while Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People’s Republic of China, has been the site for 222 rocket launches.
Rocket
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Long March 11
Agency
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.
