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With progress 10 times faster than the previous record, Chang Guang Satellite Technology implements space-to-ground laser communication, challenging Starlink and advancing technologies such as 6G, remote sensing and satellite positioning.
Space technology is booming, with giants like Starlink leading the way for years. But now, a serious competitor is on the horizon: China’s Chang Guang Satellite Technology Co. They recently set an impressive record by achieving a transmission rate of 100 gigabits per second using space-to-ground laser communication. And that’s just the beginning!
The race for laser communication between satellites
Laser communication is like an “invisible fiber optic cable” that connects satellites and ground stations. It enables incredibly fast and accurate data transmission, essential for the future of 6G. Unlike radio waves, lasers offer less interference and greater efficiency, making this technology the basis for more advanced systems.
While Elon Musk’s Starlink is known for its innovations in space, it is still lagging behind in the large-scale implementation of space-to-ground laser communication. Chang Guang, on the other hand, is already applying this technology to its Jilin-1 satellite constellation. It looks like the lead is changing hands!
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China's historic milestone in laser transmission
Chang Guang used a mobile ground station, mounted on a truck, to communicate with one of the 117 satellites in the Jilin-1 constellation. The result? A speed record 10 times faster than anything previously achieved. This breakthrough is not just technical; it is strategic, placing the company at the forefront of space technology.
With such high speeds, the potential for 6G becomes tangible. Think of an internet so fast that it would make even today’s most advanced services seem outdated. This technology, in addition to being a strong competitor to Starlink, also boosts areas such as security and artificial intelligence, increasing its geopolitical importance.
Ultra-high resolution remote sensing
Imagine cameras in space capable of capturing images of the Earth with near-perfect accuracy. That’s what the Jilin-1 constellation promises. These images could be used for environmental monitoring, urban planning and even national security.
In addition to images, laser transmission also improves satellite positioning. This means that GPS navigators and other location systems will be able to operate with unprecedented precision, something essential for sectors such as transportation and logistics.
Starlink Competitor: What’s Next?
The Chinese company isn’t stopping there. They plan to expand their constellation to 300 satellites by 2027, all equipped with laser communications. This will further increase transmission efficiency and capacity, cementing their position as a direct competitor to Starlink.
Starlink has the know-how and resources, but it needs to move quickly to deploy similar systems on a large scale. The fierce competition between the two companies promises to further accelerate the development of this technology, benefiting consumers and industries around the world.
China has taken a giant step toward mastering space communication with Chang Guang Satellite Technology. The breakthrough in space-to-ground laser transmission not only challenges Starlink as it also opens doors to 6G and other technological innovations. In such a tight race, the winner is human progress, which is increasingly close to transforming science fiction into reality.
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**** Rafaela is looking to research more about 6G internet, the one who develops and is in charge of the American internet is NASA ****, Starlink didn't create 6G ****.