China's Space Program News Thread

[Blackstone]

If this is a serious project, and if they intend on this spaceplane to be reuseable, they will develop a solution (or are likely developing a solution), and I don't think anyone expects them to buy any important components (or any components at all) from the US for this thing.

In other words, yes, it's safe to assume they'll try to make this component themselves, and if they're serious about this project then they probably believe they can do it.

It's a good bet they stole the designs and test data, the question is do they have the industrial base and manufacturing know-how to copy the tiles.

 

[escobar]

Tiantong-1-01 mobile comsat launched....

 

[escobar]

Tiantong-1 It is the first satellite of China's home-made satellite mobile telecom system, and a key part of the country's space information infrastructure. More geostationary satellites will be sent into orbit for the system. Tiantong-01 was designed by China Academy of Space Technology and its ground service will be operated by China Telecom. It will establish a mobile network with ground facilities, providing services for China, the Middle East, Africa and other areas.

 

[Engineer]

They might not be able to make Space Shuttle tiles, and no chance Washington would sell them any.

Yeah, just like how China is not able to make CPUs for supercomp... oh wait.

Considering the number of successful hypersonic tests conducted by China over that of United States, China would actually be the one ahead in thermal insulation technologies.

 

[Blackstone]

Yeah, just like how China is not able to make CPUs for supercomp... oh wait.

And computing chips have sooooo much to do with heat tiles too.

Considering the number of successful hypersonic tests conducted by China over that of United States, China would actually be the one ahead in thermal insulation technologies.

Let's see now, what's different between reusable space shuttles and hypersonic missiles...? Oh yeah, the latter is one and done, while the first requires much more technology, know-how, and manufacturing excellence; that is, assuming the Red Emperor cares about getting his tychonauts back home in one piece.

 

[Engineer]

It's a good bet they stole the designs and test data, the question is do they have the industrial base and manufacturing know-how to copy the tiles.

There would be no need for China to copy something that China already has which works better.

 

[Engineer]

And computing chips have sooooo much to do with heat tiles too.

You bet it does, on how it proves the "China can't do X" crowd wrong.

Let's see now, what's different between reusable space shuttles and hypersonic missiles...? Oh yeah, the latter is one and done, while the first requires much more technology, know-how, and manufacturing excellence; that is, assuming the Red Emperor cares about getting his tychonauts back home in one piece.

Say again? I can't hear lame excuse over the sound of China's more successful hypersonic vehicle program.

 

[Equation]

You bet it does, on how it proves the "China can't do X" crowd wrong.

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Now, now Engineer we all know the 'China Can't Do X' crowds are still in denial and too brain washed to think PRC could ever innovate anything. So let's try to be understanding. Si my friend?

 

[vesicles]

...... that is, assuming the Red Emperor cares about getting his tychonauts back home in one piece.

We all know very well that keeping the taikonaut alive is a key parameter in judging the success of a mission. Simply based on their goal to make missions successful, we should expect them to try everything they can to ensure the safety of their taikonauts. So even ignoring the personal feelings and attachments of Chinese government officials and the amount of resources invested to train and support taikonauts, there is absolutely no reason to speculate that the Chinese officials don't care about the safety of their taikonaut.

To be honest, I think your statement is a little below the belt. Our forum is known for its professionalism. If you have evidence to support your statement, then say it. If not, don't make it. the kind of below the belt insult is useless.

 

[Blackstone]

@vesicles- I'm answering yours because you're generally reasonable and present balanced views. My snarky statement was in part jesting, and the entire reply to the OP was in the spirit of his tone. Nevertheless, you're right on not insulting fellow poster without cause.