China researching on new type of recoverable satellite

A new type of recoverable satellite is being develop by China’s Academy of Space Technology.

Long March 2D launching VRSS-1 afar
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It’s chief designer, Zhao Huiguang, says between 10 to 15 such satellites are needed for domestic and export customers.

The satellite will allow scientists to recover back on earth space-based scientific experiments.

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