QSS

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QSS is classified as:

• Space & Earth Science

NORAD ID: 41731
Int'l Code: 2016-051A
Perigee: 487.0 km
Apogee: 507.0 km
Inclination: 97.4 °
Period: 94.4 minutes
Semi major axis: 6867 km
RCS: Unknown
Launch date: August 15, 2016
Source: People's Republic of China (PRC)
Launch site: Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, China (JSC)

QSS (Quantum Science Satellite, or MOZI, Micius) is designed to prove the viability of quantum communications from space, an innovation that could lead to a worldwide network to transmit hack-proof messages among military forces, financial institutions and multinational companies. The Micius satellite will test out quantum communications over greater distances than ever tried on the ground. It will help establish an encrypted connection between ground stations in China and Austria with the help of scientists in both countries.

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1 41731U 16051A   20339.04251374  .00001176  00000-0  49430-4 0  9991
2 41731  97.3513 248.9834 0014505 122.6501 356.5358 15.25311401239413

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