Chinese researchers have achieved a communications breakthrough, transmitting 1 Gbps data from geostationary orbit using a 2‑watt laser.
The test, conducted 36,000 km above Earth, delivered speeds faster than Starlink with far less power, demonstratin... moreChinese researchers have achieved a communications breakthrough, transmitting 1 Gbps data from geostationary orbit using a 2‑watt laser.
The test, conducted 36,000 km above Earth, delivered speeds faster than Starlink with far less power, demonstrating the potential of optical satellite links to reshape global broadband. less