Barco SLM R12+ projectors were used to command and control the entire launch programme at both the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre and Beijing Aerospace Control Centre. The monitoring continued through the duration of the spacewalk and concluded with its culmination, when the astronauts' re-entry module landed in central Inner Mongolia.
More than just delivering an advanced technology product in support of the event, Barco also provided on-site technical standby around the clock via a specially assigned technical team.
"There's no understating the importance of the Shenzhou VII launch and China's aerospace programme," says Mr. Xie, the command and control leader of Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre. "From top to bottom, it needs to go off without any problems. In this sense, Barco has greatly contributed to the effort with its reliable products and highly professional support."
"To participate in and provide support for the Shenzhou VII spacewalk is a true honour for Barco," says Frank Christiaens, managing director of Barco China. "Product reliability is the crucial factor for customers choosing Barco. We're always happy to be able to provide state of the art technical support in any and every way possible."
(Jim Evans)
