China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

Xiaoxiang-1, XPNAV-1 & 3 others.

Long March 11

SUCCESS
Success

Wednesday, November 9, 2016 · 23:42 UTC

Mission

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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.

Mission Type

Astrophysics

Orbit

Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO)

Probability

N/A

Status

Launch Successful

Vehicle & Pad

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Rocket

Long March 11

Launch Pad

Launch Area 95A

Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

40.969° N, 100.343° E

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89

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68

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