# Shijian-16-02
**Wikidata**: [Q25390470](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q25390470)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/shijian-16-02

## Summary
Shijian-16-02 is a Chinese spacecraft launched on June 29, 2016, as part of China's Shijian satellite series. It was launched aboard a Long March 4B rocket and is identified by the COSPAR designation 2016-043A.

## Key Facts
- Launched on June 29, 2016, aboard a Long March 4B rocket
- COSPAR ID: 2016-043A
- Part of the Shijian satellite series, specifically Shijian-16-02
- Spacecraft type: classified as a spacecraft
- Launch vehicle: Long March 4B, a Chinese orbital carrier rocket
- International Designator (SCN): 41634
- Also known as Shijian 16-02, SJ-16-02, and Shi Jian 16-02
- Has Wikipedia presence in Russian language

## FAQs
### Q: What is Shijian-16-02?
A: Shijian-16-02 is a Chinese spacecraft launched on June 29, 2016, as part of China's Shijian satellite series. It was launched aboard a Long March 4B rocket and is used for space research and technology demonstration.

### Q: When was Shijian-16-02 launched?
A: Shijian-16-02 was launched on June 29, 2016, from China using a Long March 4B carrier rocket.

### Q: What type of rocket launched Shijian-16-02?
A: Shijian-16-02 was launched aboard a Long March 4B, which is a Chinese orbital carrier rocket designed for medium-lift payloads.

## Why It Matters
Shijian-16-02 represents China's continued investment in space technology and satellite development. As part of the Shijian series, it contributes to China's space research capabilities and technological advancement. The successful launch demonstrates China's growing expertise in space launch operations and satellite deployment. Such missions are crucial for developing space-based technologies that can support various applications including communications, Earth observation, and scientific research. The Shijian program as a whole helps China build and maintain its presence in space, contributing to both civilian and potential military space capabilities.

## Notable For
- Part of China's Shijian satellite series, which focuses on space research and technology demonstration
- Launched using China's reliable Long March 4B rocket, demonstrating launch capability
- Represents China's ongoing commitment to space technology development
- Successfully reached orbit on first launch attempt in 2016
- Contributes to China's growing space capabilities and satellite fleet

## Body
### Launch Details
Shijian-16-02 was launched on June 29, 2016, from China's space launch facilities. The launch was conducted using a Long March 4B rocket, which is a medium-lift launch vehicle developed by China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT).

### Technical Specifications
The spacecraft carries the International Designator (SCN) 41634 and has the COSPAR designation 2016-043A. These designations are used internationally to track and identify space objects in Earth orbit.

### Series Context
Shijian-16-02 is part of the broader Shijian (实践) satellite series, which translates to "practice" in English. This series encompasses various Chinese satellites used for scientific research, technology demonstration, and other space-based applications.

### Current Status
As of the available information, Shijian-16-02 remains in orbit and continues to be tracked as an active space object. The satellite's specific mission parameters and capabilities are not publicly detailed in the available sources.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report