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China Builds Laser Communication Ground Station for Massive Satellite Data Transmission

With the rapid advancements in China's aerospace technology, the volume of data generated by satellite detection is growing exponentially. Chinese scientists have developed a laser communication ground system to transmit this massive amount of data. Click to learn more.

Sep 30, 2024

High-Resolution Maps Reveal Hidden Losses in China’s Winter Wheat Harvest

Researchers from the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed the first-ever 10-meter resolution maps of harvested winter wheat areas across China’s top-producing regions from 2018 to 2022. The study published in the Scientific Data​on September 27, used satellite remote sensing and advanced machine learning algorithms to highlight a significant discrepancy between planted and harvested areas. The research revealed that about 13% of planted winter wheat is lost before harvest due to meteorological factors such as dry-hot winds and waterlogging.

Sep 30, 2024

Big Earth Data Offers Key Resource for Global Community, Says Project Leader

The 2024 Big Earth Data report, released at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), sets a new standard for using advanced technologies in promoting sustainable development and offers key resource for the global community, said the project's leader.

Sep 30, 2024

New Ground Station Opens, Boosting Earth Observation Capabilities in Southwest China

The Lijiang station, part of China's Remote Sensing Satellite Ground Station (RSGS), officially commenced operations on September 27, 2024. The station, operated by the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), fills a critical gap by providing real-time satellite data reception in Southwest China.

Sep 30, 2024

AIR Unveils Innovative BeiDou Navigation and Remote Sensing Platform to Revolutionize Industry Solutions

The Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences officially launched an advanced BeiDou Navigation and High-Resolution Remote Sensing Comprehensive Service Platform on September 21 during the inaugural Aerospace Information Technology Conference in Jinan, Shandong Province.

Sep 24, 2024