China successfully sent Einstein Probe, the country's new X-ray astronomical satellite, into space on January 9 to observe mysterious transient phenomena in the universe, with the aim of unveiling the violent and little-known aspects of the cosmos. (CGTN)
China on Tuesday sent a new astronomical satellite into space to observe mysterious transient phenomena in the universe which flicker like fireworks, trying to reveal more about this violent and little-known side of the cosmos.
China plans to launch a new X-ray satellite Einstein Probe at the end of this year to observe distant flashes from cosmic events.
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