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Long March 11 | Xiaoxiang-1, XPNAV-1 & 3 others.
XPNAV-1 (X-Ray Pulsar Navigation) is the first ever satellite to test the technology of spacecraft navigation by using signals from X-ray pulsars. It is launched along with the Xiaoxiang 1 cubsat and several other small satellites.
Mission type: Astrophysics · Orbit: Sun-Synchronous Orbit
Rocket: Long March 11 · Provider: China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
Launch pad
Launch Area 95A, Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China · View on map (opens in new tab)