# ChinaSat 6B

> Chinese communications satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q9390883](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q9390883)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/chinasat-6b

## Summary

ChinaSat 6B is a communications satellite [1] operated by the People's Republic of China [1]. It serves as part of the nation's satellite communications infrastructure [1]. The satellite is owned and managed by entities within the People's Republic of China [1]. Its operational purpose is tied to communications functions [1]. It remains in service under the jurisdiction of the People's Republic of China [1].

## Summary
ChinaSat 6B is a Chinese communications satellite operating in geostationary orbit. Launched on July 5, 2007, it was manufactured by French company Alcatel Alenia Space and operated by China Telecommunications Broadcast Satellite Corporation.

## Key Facts
- ChinaSat 6B is a Chinese communications satellite and geostationary satellite.
- It was launched on July 5, 2007, at 12:08 from Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
- It has a mass of 4600 kg (launch weight).
- It was manufactured by Alcatel Alenia Space.
- It is operated by China Telecommunications Broadcast Satellite Corporation.
- It has a design life of 15 years.
- It was launched by a Long March 3B rocket (Y10 version).
- It uses a Spacebus-4000C2 spacecraft bus.
- It is powered by one S400 and two spacecraft solar arrays.
- It is also known as Zhongxing 6B, ZX 6B, and ZX-6B.

## FAQs
### Q: What is ChinaSat 6B?
A: ChinaSat 6B is a Chinese communications satellite operating in geostationary orbit. It was launched on July 5, 2007, and has a design life of 15 years.

### Q: Who manufactured and operates ChinaSat 6B?
A: ChinaSat 6B was manufactured by Alcatel Alenia Space and is operated by China Telecommunications Broadcast Satellite Corporation.

### Q: What rocket launched ChinaSat 6B?
A: ChinaSat 6B was launched by a Long March 3B rocket (Y10 version) from Xichang Satellite Launch Center on July 5, 2007.

### Q: What is the mass and power system of ChinaSat 6B?
A: ChinaSat 6B has a launch weight of 4600 kg and is powered by one S400 and two spacecraft solar arrays.

## Why It Matters
ChinaSat 6B represents China's expansion in telecommunications capabilities through geostationary satellite technology. As a communications satellite, it plays a crucial role in providing telecommunication services across China and possibly neighboring regions. The fact that it was built with European collaboration (Alcatel Alenia Space) indicates international partnerships in China's space program. The 15-year design life demonstrates China's commitment to long-term satellite communications infrastructure. The satellite's position in geostationary orbit makes it ideal for continuous coverage of specific regions, likely supporting television broadcasting, internet connectivity, and other communication services.

## Notable For
- Manufactured through international collaboration with French company Alcatel Alenia Space.
- Uses the Spacebus-4000C2 spacecraft bus, indicating advanced European satellite technology.
- Operated by China Telecommunications Broadcast Satellite Corporation, specializing in broadcast communications.
- Has one of the highest mass (4600 kg) among communications satellites of its class.
- Alternative names include Zhongxing 6B, ZX 6B, and ZX-6B, reflecting its dual Chinese naming conventions.

## Body
### Basic Information
- ChinaSat 6B is a Chinese communications satellite.
- It is also classified as a geostationary satellite.
- It is operated by China Telecommunications Broadcast Satellite Corporation.
- It is also known as Zhongxing 6B, ZX 6B, and ZX-6B.
- It has a COSPAR ID of 2007-031A and NSSDCA ID of 2007-031A.
- It has a Freebase ID of /m/0410jf4.

### Technical Specifications
- Mass: 4600 kg (launch weight)
- Spacecraft bus: Spacebus-4000C2
- Power system: One S400 and two spacecraft solar arrays
- Design life: 15 years
- Country of origin: France (manufacturer's country)

### Mission Details
- Launch date: July 5, 2007, at 12:08
- Launch site: Xichang Satellite Launch Center
- Launch vehicle: Long March 3B (Y10 version)
- Orbital position: Geostationary orbit
- Notable event: Rocket launch on July 5, 2007, from Xichang Satellite Launch Center

### Manufacturing and Development
- Manufacturer: Alcatel Alenia Space (French company)
- SCN: 31800
- Wolfram Language entity code: Entity["Satellite", "31800"]

### Availability
- Wikipedia languages available: Polish (pl), Portuguese (pt), Chinese (zh)
- Sitelink count: 3

## References

1. [Source](https://space.skyrocket.de/doc_sdat/zx-6b.htm)
2. Jonathan's Space Report