China sent a new astronomical satellite into space to observe mysterious transient phenomena in the universe comparable to the flickering of fireworks, with the aim of unveiling the violent and little-known aspects of the cosmos. This was reported by The Xinhua News Agency.
The satellite, named Einstein Probe (EP), uses a new X-ray detection technology inspired by the lobster eye. It was launched by a Long March-2C carrier rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province.
The launch was the 506th mission for the Long March series carrier rockets.
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