A new round of missions to the mysterious X-37B in the United States has led to speculation that a breakthrough test will be conducted.
Abstract: The U.S. X-37B orbiter is about to make its seventh mission, which has once again sparked speculation. Experts believe that the mission may be to verify the ability of the X-5 spacecraft to operate in high orbit, and to focus on the "non-physical destruction" of anti-satellite capabilities that the X-37B may have. This article will provide a detailed analysis of the characteristics of the X-37B, mission speculation, and its impact on the international security situation.
Text: Recently, the U.S. Space Force plans to launch the mysterious X-37B orbiter again, which is already its seventh mission. The exact mission of the X-37B has once again sparked speculation, and the first launch of the vehicle by a Falcon Heavy rocket has also attracted widespread attention. Zhang Xuefeng, an expert on Chinese affairs, said that this is likely to be a rare human spacecraft launched to operate in high orbit, which means that the full orbit operation capability of this spacecraft is verified. In the event that the United States halts direct ascent anti-satellite** tests, the X-37B's "non-physical destruction" anti-satellite capabilities are of great concern.
The X-37B has been described as a peculiar spacecraft with stubby wings and a rounded bulldog-like nose. According to the New York Post, the X-37B could be used to detect threats from satellites of hostile countries, which has also become a point of speculation about its mission. However, since the specific mission of the X-37B has always been a confidential matter for the US Space Force, we can only speculate to a certain extent.
Historically, the X-37B has shown a number of surprising characteristics over the past few missions. First of all, it is a sizeable spacecraft, which means that it can return to Earth after a certain amount of time, and it can be repaired and reused. This technology is a breakthrough for the space industry, because in the past, most spacecraft were single-use. The X-37B's readability allows it to be redeployed after it has completed its mission, saving significant costs and resources.
Secondly, the X-37B has a long mission duration. During past missions, the X-37B has been in orbit for several months, which is unmatched by other spacecraft of its class. This long stay capability allows the X-37B to perform more complex and persistent missions, and also increases the likelihood that it will be reported for collection and technical validation.
In addition, the X-37B is suspected of having "non-physical destruction" anti-satellite capabilities. In previous missions, the X-37B was spotted performing some unusual maneuvers in orbit, which attracted attention. The presence of such capabilities means that the X-37B can interfere with or destroy the satellite systems of hostile countries by various means, which can have a significant impact on its military superiority. However, due to the lack of official information, there is still some uncertainty about whether the X-37B will actually have this capability.
For this upcoming seventh mission, many experts believe that this could be a breakthrough test. SpaceX says the likelihood of being suitable for launch has risen from 40 percent to 70 percent. Considering that the mission was carried out in a high orbit, it is likely to verify the ability of the X-37B to operate in full orbit. This will be a rare attempt by mankind and will be of great significance for the development of future spacecraft.
Although the specific mission objectives of the X-37B remain a mystery, its existence has already aroused widespread concern in the international community. Especially after the United States stopped the direct ascent anti-satellite ** test, the X-37B was considered one of the important tools of the United States to maintain its dominant position in the military sphere. However, the nature of the X-37B's mission has also raised concerns among some countries that the United States could threaten the security of their satellite systems through the spacecraft.
Summing up, the upcoming seventh mission of the mysterious American X-37B orbiter has once again sparked speculation. Although we are unable to determine its specific mission objectives, the X-37B has attracted a lot of attention as a convertible spacecraft and its possible "non-physical destruction" anti-satellite capabilities. With the continuous development and application of the X-37B, it will have a profound impact on space technology and the international security landscape.