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China has disclosed the technology behind its unique spy satellite, which the US cannot build, according to a study in China's Journal of Microwaves. The satellite, Shijian-31, is operating in a creative orbit, giving it a unique vantage point over the geostationary belt.
This technology gives China a significant advantage in space-based surveillance and reconnaissance, highlighting the country's growing capabilities in space exploration and military technology.
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