BeiDou

2000 (first)VariousNavigation

LocationSpace (MEO)

Year2000 (first)

SizeVarious

TypeNavigation

About BeiDou

The Chinese satellite navigation system. Started as a regional system with satellites launched from 2000. Reached global coverage in 2020 with the BeiDou-3 constellation. Uses a mix of medium orbit, geostationary, and inclined geosynchronous satellites. Also offers a short message service.

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