Li PeningLi Peningnuo launch vehicle

August 23, 2024 3:00 a.m.

Three satellites were launched, including Yonghui Satellite, Yanying Satellite and Starbridge Relay Satellite.

08/23/2024 07:58 AM

Reaching the gravity range of Mars: Three satellites successfully entered the gravity range of Mars.
Change orbit to Deimos gravity range: release the Glow Moon and explore Deimos.
Change orbit to Phobos gravity range: release the Yanying satellite and explore Phobos.
Orbit change to SBRS orbit: SBRS reach 111.3Mm to 14.5mm orbit.

08:10 AM, August 23, 2024

Three satellites in normal operation: All three satellites are confirmed to be in normal operation.

Functions and Tasks of Starbridge Relay Satellite:

Data relay function: ensure the continuous stability of the data transmission link between the Earth and the space station, as well as between the space station and the spacecraft.
Navigation support: Provides accurate navigation signals for probes to Mars and its satellites.
Signal amplification: Enhances the signals from Mars and its satellites back to Earth.
Emergency communication function: act as temporary communication center in case of communication failure or emergency.

Detector functions and tasks:

Detailed detection function: The Yuhui and Yanzhao detectors are equipped with high-precision sensors to collect geological, atmospheric and environmental data from Phobos and Deimos.
Deployment function of communication equipment: Deploy communication equipment on Phobos and Debos to build a communication network. Common life of the three satellites: 97 days, and the destruction date is November 26, 2024.

Days between launches:

From Chiyu exploration satellite launch to Mars Red launch: 4 days.
From Mars Red to three launches: 3 days.

Through this comprehensive mission, mankind's understanding of Mars and its satellites will be significantly improved, laying a solid foundation for future exploration and utilization of Mars. At the same time, the joint mission of the three satellites will enhance the communication capabilities of Mars and its satellites, providing important support for future deep space exploration.