The space program of the PRC

The manned space missions of the PRC and their successful dockings in orbit have made international headlines. Less known to the public is the PRC’s satellite program, dozens of various types of satellites have been launched from the PRC’s three satellite launch centers over the past few decades. This file here provides a brief summary of those ambitious activities. [14 pages; file last edited/updated on Wed, Nov. 4, 2015]