July 28 2022
China has launched its second quantum satellite as part of efforts to create a global quantum communications network, reports the South China Morning Post (Hong Kong).
The low-earth orbit satellite, designated Jian 1, was one of six satellites launched by a Lijian quick-response rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the Gobi Desert on Wednesday, reported Xinhua, China’s state news agency.
Developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Jian 1 will conduct quantum key...
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