China conducts first experiments for space-based solar power plants

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China is making strides in developing space-based solar power systems capable of collecting energy in orbit and transmitting it to Earth. Recent tests have achieved successful wireless power transmission, showcasing promising efficiencies.

China is advancing the Sun Chasing project to develop space-based solar power systems that collect energy in orbit and beam it wirelessly to Earth or spacecraft for continuous power supply. Early tests demonstrated over 100 m wireless power transmission and efficient microwave beaming to moving targets, with up to 1,180 W delivered and promising system efficiencies.