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Zhejiang Lab
Type: Research Lab
Domain: Space Development (AI/Computing)
Status: Active
Country: China
Overview
Zhejiang Lab is a major Chinese AI research institution, comparable to a national AI laboratory. The lab partners with ADA Space and CASIC on the Three-Body Computing Constellation program, providing AI model development and research capabilities for orbital computing applications.
Timeline
- 2025-05-14 — Three-Body constellation launch (12 satellites) with Zhejiang Lab AI models
- 2026-02-16 — Validated 8-billion-parameter remote sensing LLM and 8-billion-parameter astronomical time-domain model in orbit with 94% classification accuracy
Technical Contributions
Zhejiang Lab developed the AI models running on the Three-Body constellation:
- 8-billion-parameter remote sensing LLM
- 8-billion-parameter astronomical time-domain model
- Among the largest parameter counts of any operational in-orbit AI globally as of February 2026
Strategic Role
Zhejiang Lab's involvement demonstrates China's strategy of integrating national AI research capabilities with commercial space infrastructure development, creating civilian-led programs with state research support.