Overview: China's major space programs in 2020

8. Smart Dragon 2 rocket

The solid-propellant carrier rockets Smart Dragon 2 (SD 2) is expected to conduct flight tests in 2020.

The SD 2, with a total length of 21 meters, a diameter of two meters, and a total weight of about 60 tons, will be capable of sending 500 kg of payloads to the solar synchronous orbit at an altitude of 500 km.

The SD series is designed to provide reliable, convenient and economic launching services for commercial satellite users in the constellation network and payload tests.

SD 1 made its maiden flight in August this year, and the SD 2 is expected to make its first flight test in 2021.