China launches satellites to test space debris mitigation tech

China launched the Shijian-21 satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center on Oct. 24, 2021. The satellite will be used to test "space debris mitigation technology," according to China Central Television.

Credit: Space.com | footage courtesy: China Central Television | produced & edited by [Steve Spaleta](http://www.twitter.com/stevespaleta)