Space Brief 21 Nov 2025
Today's brief covers the Space Force's strategic roadmap, a groundbreaking DARPA mission in Very Low Earth Orbit, and enhanced cyber defenses due to AI-driven threats.
SUPERVIEW-1 02 (41908)
COSPAR: 2016-083B | Alt Name: GaoJing yi hao 02 xing
DECAYED
Image
Additional Sources
Launch Details
Launch Date
December 28, 2016
Launch Site
TAISC
Launch Pad
LC9
Launch Vehicle
Chang Zheng 2D
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
41908
International Designator
2016-083B
Decay Date
12/22/2024
Basic Satellite Info
Name
SUPERVIEW-1 02
Alternative Name
GaoJing yi hao 02 xing
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
BHSJ
Country
China
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
The SUPERVIEW-1 02 satellite, also known as GaoJing yi hao 02 xing, is an Earth observation satellite launched by BHSJ on December 28, 2016. It was built by DFHZ using the CAST3000B bus and configuration, with a launch mass of 600 kilograms and dry mass of 560 kilograms. The spacecraft measures 2 meters in length, has a diameter of 1.5 meters, and features a span of 4 meters due to its deployable solar arrays. It was launched from the TAI SC launch site at LC9 using the Chang Zheng 2D launch vehicle. Equipped with batteries and two deployable solar arrays for power, SUPERVIEW-1 02 operates in a box shape with two panels. The satellite's RCS (Reflective Cross Section) value is 1.7072 square meters.
Physical Characteristics
Length
2
Diameter
1.5
Span
4
Dry Mass
560
Launch Mass
600
Shape
Box + 2 Pan
Radar Cross Section
1.7072
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
SuperView-2
Purpose
Earth observation
Mission
Earth observation
Manufacturer
DFHZ
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
CAST3000B
Configuration
CAST3000B
Motor
?
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
2 deployable solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
Satellite Articles
View All Posts »Learn more about satellites and other related topics.
X Report 12 Nov 2024
SpaceX prepares for a monumental sixth Starship test flight while achieving a historic Falcon 9 booster landing. Meanwhile, a Starlink satellite lights up the night sky as it reenters Earth's atmosphere.
Space Brief 11 Sep 2025
Key updates today focus on SpaceX's latest satellite launch for the U.S. military, critical space resource assessments by the U.S. Space Force, and new developments in space infrastructure and equipment for defense operations.
Space Force Awards $1.8B Andromeda Program to 14 Firms | KeepTrack Space Brief
Space Force selects 14 companies for $1.8 billion Andromeda program to replace GSSAP geosynchronous surveillance satellites with commercial alternatives through 2036.
Missile Strikes SES Teleport in Israel; Anduril Buys ExoAnalytic | KeepTrack Space Brief
Missile strike damages SES teleport facility in Israel amid military operations. Anduril acquires ExoAnalytic's 130-person space tracking team, integrating satellite/missile surveillance into defense portfolio.
Space Brief 31 Oct 2024
SpaceX achieves a new launch record with its Starlink mission, NASA's Perseverance rover captures eerie Martian winds, and Buzz Aldrin endorses Trump. Plus, discussions around space debris and military space tech agreements.
Besxar Semiconductor Pods Launch on Starlink 10-50 | KeepTrack Space Brief
SpaceX Falcon 9 launches Starlink 10-50 with two Besxar semiconductor manufacturing test pods. In-space fabrication experiment explores cost reduction for commercial payloads.
X Report 9 Oct 2025
SpaceX continues to make strides with successful satellite launches and competitive maneuvering in the direct-to-device market, as AST SpaceMobile aligns with Verizon for space-based cellular services.