# Low-Earth Orbit
Latest news and articles about Low-Earth Orbit
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Technology
China’s Thousand Sails Gathers Speed: The Strategic Acceleration of Beijing’s Starlink Rival
China’s successful launch of the ninth group of 'Thousand Sails' satellites signals an acceleration in its quest to build a domestic alternative to SpaceX’s Starlink. This mission reflects the broader 'Golden Decade' of Chinese commercial aerospace, where state and private sectors converge to secure orbital real estate and global digital influence.
NeTe2026年5月12日 14:53
#Thousand Sails#Qianfan Constellation#Commercial Aerospace
Technology
The Vulnerability of Megaconstellations: SpaceX Probes Latest Starlink Satellite Failure
SpaceX is investigating the loss of Starlink satellite 34343, which suffered a debris-generating anomaly in late March 2026. While no immediate threat to human spaceflight was detected, the incident mirrors a previous failure from 2025 and underscores the growing challenges of maintaining massive orbital networks.
NeTe2026年3月31日 03:59
#SpaceX#Starlink#Space Debris