Shenzhou XVIII Crew: A Journey Through Light and Humor
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Crew: A Journey Through Light and Humor

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission is coming to an end, but the crew members have shared some memorable and lighthearted moments throughout their journey. They have taken pictures and videos of themselves, enjoyed space walks, and even played video games together. These moments have helped to make the mission more enjoyable and to keep the crew members connected with each other.

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China launches two new satellites
4 weeks, 1 day ago

China launches two new satellites

China Daily  

A Long March 2C carrier rocket carrying two satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Nov 25, 2024. China launched a Long March 2C carrier rocket on Monday morning, deploying two satellites into their preset orbit, according to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the nation's leading space contractor. A product of the …

China launches two new satellites
4 weeks, 1 day ago

China launches two new satellites

China Daily  

A Long March 2C carrier rocket carrying two satellites blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Nov 25, 2024. China launched a Long March 2C carrier rocket on Monday morning, deploying two satellites into their preset orbit, according to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the nation's leading space contractor. A product of the …

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites

China Daily  

A Long March 2C rocket carrying satellites of the PIESAT-2 constellation blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China, Nov 9, 2024. JIUQUAN -- China successfully sent a new group of remote-sensing satellites into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Saturday. The four satellites of PIESAT-2 were launched at 11:39 am by …

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites

China Daily  

A Long March 2C rocket carrying satellites of the PIESAT-2 constellation blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China, Nov 9, 2024. JIUQUAN -- China successfully sent a new group of remote-sensing satellites into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Saturday. The four satellites of PIESAT-2 were launched at 11:39 am by …

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites

China Daily  

A Long March 2C rocket carrying satellites of the PIESAT-2 constellation blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China, Nov 9, 2024. JIUQUAN -- China successfully sent a new group of remote-sensing satellites into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Saturday. The four satellites of PIESAT-2 were launched at 11:39 am by …

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China launches new group of remote-sensing satellites

China Daily  

A Long March 2C rocket carrying satellites of the PIESAT-2 constellation blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China, Nov 9, 2024. JIUQUAN -- China successfully sent a new group of remote-sensing satellites into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Saturday. The four satellites of PIESAT-2 were launched at 11:39 am by …

Shenzhou XVIII crew return with space project samples
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII crew return with space project samples

China Daily  

By ZHAO LEI | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-11-05 07:02 Ground recovery personnel conduct a preliminary health examination of the astronauts on Monday at the Dongfeng Landing Site. The experimental samples brought to Earth by the Shenzhou XVIII crew have also been transported to Beijing and will be delivered to scientists after initial examination, said the Chinese Academy of Sciences. …

Shenzhou XVIII crew return with space project samples
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII crew return with space project samples

China Daily  

By ZHAO LEI | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-11-05 07:02 Shenzhou XVIII mission commander Senior Colonel Ye Guangfu and crew members Lieutenant Colonel Li Cong and Lieutenant Colonel Li Guangsu wave and cheer during a live program early Monday morning soon after the spaceship's reentry capsule touched down at the Dongfeng Landing Site in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region. WANG …

Shenzhou XVIII crew return with space project samples
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII crew return with space project samples

China Daily  

By ZHAO LEI | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-11-05 07:02 Shenzhou XVIII mission commander Senior Colonel Ye Guangfu and crew members Lieutenant Colonel Li Cong and Lieutenant Colonel Li Guangsu wave and cheer during a live program early Monday morning soon after the spaceship's reentry capsule touched down at the Dongfeng Landing Site in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region. WANG …

Shenzhou XVIII Mission Ends with Successful Return to Earth
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission Ends with Successful Return to Earth

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission crew has successfully returned to Earth after completing a six-month mission onboard the Tiangong space station. The crew members safely landed their spacecraft in the Gobi Desert in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, where they were met by ground recovery personnel and medical professionals.

Shenzhou XVIII Mission Ends with Successful Return to Earth
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission Ends with Successful Return to Earth

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission crew has successfully returned to Earth after completing a six-month mission onboard the Tiangong space station. The crew members safely landed their spacecraft in the Gobi Desert in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, where they were met by ground recovery personnel and medical professionals.

Shenzhou XVIII Mission Ends with Successful Return to Earth
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission Ends with Successful Return to Earth

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission crew has successfully returned to Earth after completing a six-month mission onboard the Tiangong space station. The crew members safely landed their spacecraft in the Gobi Desert in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, where they were met by ground recovery personnel and medical professionals.

Shenzhou XVIII lands on earth concluding six-month mission
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII lands on earth concluding six-month mission

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission crew returns to Earth early on Monday morning, concluding the six-month mission onboard the Tiangong space station. The Shenzhou XVIII mission crew returned to Earth early on Monday morning, concluding the six-month mission onboard the Tiangong space station. The Shenzhou XVIII spacecraft's reentry capsule, carrying the three astronauts — mission commander Senior Colonel Ye Guangfu and …

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission is coming to an end, but the crew members have shared some memorable and lighthearted moments throughout their journey. They have taken to social media to share their experiences, including photos and videos of their training, launch, and spacewalks. The mission has also been a source of inspiration for many people around the world, highlighting the …

Two Spacewalks by Shenzhou Astronauts Set New Record
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Two Spacewalks by Shenzhou Astronauts Set New Record

China Daily  

Two spacewalks by Shenzhou astronauts set new records. The Shenzhou XVIII mission conducted its first spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station on May 28, with Ye and Li Guangsu spending 8.5 hours completing multiple tasks. The third crew member, Li Cong, stayed inside the Tiangong to provide support. The mission also completed its 16th extravehicular activity by Chinese astronauts on …

Two Spacewalks by Shenzhou Astronauts Set New Record
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Two Spacewalks by Shenzhou Astronauts Set New Record

China Daily  

Two spacewalks by Shenzhou astronauts set new records. The Shenzhou XVIII mission conducted its first spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station on May 28, with Ye and Li Guangsu spending 8.5 hours completing multiple tasks. The third crew member, Li Cong, stayed inside the Tiangong to provide support. The mission also conducted its 16th extravehicular activity by Chinese astronauts on …

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission is coming to an end, but the crew members have shared some memorable and lighthearted moments throughout their journey. They have taken to social media to share their experiences, including photos and videos of their training, launch, and spacewalks. The mission has also been a source of inspiration for many people around the world, highlighting the …

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission is coming to an end, but the crew members have shared some memorable and lighthearted moments throughout their journey. They have taken to social media to share their experiences, including photos and videos of their training, launch, and spacewalks. One of the most memorable moments was a video of the crew practicing a spacewalk together, which …

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII Mission: A Journey Through Light and Humor

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII mission is coming to an end, but the crew members have shared some memorable and lighthearted moments throughout their journey. They have taken turns filming videos and taking photos, and they have also participated in various activities, such as playing games and watching movies. The mission has been a success, and the crew members have shown themselves …

Highlights of Shenzhou XVIII mission in images
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Highlights of Shenzhou XVIII mission in images

China Daily  

The six-month mission of Shenzhou XVIII crew members, consisting of Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu, is coming to an end. From ground to space Crew members of the Shenzhou XVIII mission Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu are seen at the see-off ceremony for the Shenzhou XVIII crewed space mission at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in …

Shenzhou XIX crew greeted at 'space home'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XIX crew greeted at 'space home'

China Daily  

A Long March 2F rocket carrying the Shenzhou XIX spaceship lifts off on Wednesday morning from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China. CHEN KUN/FOR CHINA DAILY Cai responded by saying it feels great to see "there are people waiting here for us", and that he always wished to return to the space station. The meeting of the two groups …

Shenzhou XIX crew greeted at 'space home'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XIX crew greeted at 'space home'

China Daily  

The crew of Shenzhou XVIII and Shenzhou XIX pose for a photo on Wednesday inside the Tiangong space station. XU BU/FOR CHINA DAILY The three crew members of Shenzhou XIX entered the Tiangong space station on Wednesday afternoon, as the spaceship successfully completed docking maneuvers after a long-haul flight. Mission commander Senior Colonel Cai Xuzhe, Lieutenant Colonel Song Lingdong and …

Shenzhou XIX crew greeted at 'space home'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XIX crew greeted at 'space home'

China Daily  

The crew of Shenzhou XVIII and Shenzhou XIX pose for a photo on Wednesday inside the Tiangong space station. XU BU/FOR CHINA DAILY The three crew members of Shenzhou XIX entered the Tiangong space station on Wednesday afternoon, as the spaceship successfully completed docking maneuvers after a long-haul flight. Mission commander Senior Colonel Cai Xuzhe, Lieutenant Colonel Song Lingdong and …

Shenzhou XIX Crew Welcomes New Astronauts to Tiangong Space Station
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XIX Crew Welcomes New Astronauts to Tiangong Space Station

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XIX crew successfully docked with the Tiangong space station, marking the completion of their long-haul journey from Earth. The crew members were greeted by their Shenzhou XVIII peers, who are scheduled to return to Earth early next week. Following the docking process, the Shenzhou XIX crew spent nearly two hours on preparatory work before entering the space station. …

Shenzhou XIX Crew to Spend Four Days on Space Station, Prepare for Return to Earth
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XIX Crew to Spend Four Days on Space Station, Prepare for Return to Earth

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XIX mission crew successfully launched into the space station on Wednesday morning. The crew will spend about four days together before taking over the space station from the Shenzhou XVIII mission crew. The mission will involve various tasks such as scientific experiments, spacewalks, and the installation of space debris shield equipment.

Talent transfer to next gen aboard Shenzhou XIX
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Talent transfer to next gen aboard Shenzhou XIX

China Daily  

This photo shows Chinese astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze who will carry out the Shenzhou XIX spaceflight mission. The Long March 2F rocket carrying the Shenzhou XIX spaceship set off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China's Gobi Desert at 4:27 am on Wednesday, carrying with it three astronauts to China's Tiangong space station 400 …

Next Generation of Astronauts Set Sail on Shenzhou XIX Mission
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Next Generation of Astronauts Set Sail on Shenzhou XIX Mission

China Daily  

Chinese astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze will carry out the Shenzhou XIX mission, marking a significant step in gender equality and science research in the field of astronautics. The team's commander, Cai Xuzhe, is an experienced astronaut who will provide stability and experience for the mission. The crew will also receive the Tianzhou 8 cargo ship and …

China Set to Launch 3 Astronauts to Tiangong Space Station on Wednesday
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China Set to Launch 3 Astronauts to Tiangong Space Station on Wednesday

India Today  

China is preparing to launch its 14th crewed space mission on Wednesday, marking another milestone in its ambitious space program. The Shenzhou-19 spacecraft will carry three astronauts to the Tiangong space station, where they will conduct numerous scientific experiments during their six-month stay.

Space station astronauts conduct emergency drill
5 months ago

Space station astronauts conduct emergency drill

China Daily  

The Shenzhou XVIII astronauts on board China's orbiting Tiangong space station completed a host of assignments in recent days, including an emergency response exercise, according to China Central Television. The State broadcaster reported on Sunday that after the crew's second spacewalk on July 3, mission commander Senior Colonel Ye Guangfu and crew members Lieutenant Colonel Li Guangsu and Lieutenant Colonel …

Shenzhou XVIII crew conducts 1st spacewalk
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII crew conducts 1st spacewalk

China Daily  

Shenzhou XVIII mission commander Senior Colonel Ye Guangfu carries out tasks outside the Tiangong space station on Tuesday in this photo of a screen at the Beijing Aerospace Control Center. XU BU/FOR CHINA DAILY The Shenzhou XVIII astronauts conducted their first spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station on Tuesday, completing several assignments, according to the China Manned Space Agency. Mission …

Shenzhou XVIII crew to conduct spacewalks
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII crew to conduct spacewalks

China Daily  

Crew members of the Shenzhou XVIII mission Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu meet the media at a news conference at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on April 24, 2024. Shenzhou XVIII crew members on board China's space station will conduct their first extravehicular activities in the next few days, the China Manned Space Agency announced on Monday. The …

Shenzhou XVIII crew conducts first spacewalk
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII crew conducts first spacewalk

China Daily  

This screen image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on May 28, 2024 shows Shenzhou-18 astronaut Li Guangsu preparing for extravehicular activities. The Shenzhou XVIII crew conducted their first spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station on Tuesday, completing several assignments, according to the China Manned Space Agency. The agency said in a news release that mission commander Senior Colonel Ye …

Shenzhou XVIII prepares to carry out their first extravehicular activities
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVIII prepares to carry out their first extravehicular activities

China Daily  

The crew of the Shenzhou XVIII, who have been living and working in China's space station for 32 days, are set to carry out their first extravehicular activities in the coming days. According to a China Media Group report, citing the China Manned Space Agency, since their successful entry into the space station complex on April 26, the three astronauts …

Shenzhou XVII crew returns to Earth
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Shenzhou XVII crew returns to Earth

China Daily  

Astronaut Tang Hongbo is out of the return capsule of Shenzhou XVII spacecraft's reentry capsule at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, April 30, 2024. The Shenzhou XVII mission crew returned to Earth on Tuesday afternoon, concluding a six-month mission onboard the Tiangong space station. The Shenzhou XVII spacecraft's reentry capsule, carrying the three astronauts—mission …

China to launch Shenzhou XVIII crewed spaceship on April 25
8 months ago

China to launch Shenzhou XVIII crewed spaceship on April 25

China Daily  

This undated photo shows Chinese astronauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu who will carry out the Shenzhou XVIII spaceflight mission. The Shenzhou XVIII spacecraft carrying three astronauts atop a Long March 2F carrier rocket will be launched at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at 8:59 pm on Thursday, spokesman of the mission announced on Wednesday. And it will be …

China to launch three astronauts to space station, conduct 90 experiments
8 months ago

China to launch three astronauts to space station, conduct 90 experiments

India Today  

The China Manned Space Agency is all set to launch three astronauts to the Tiangong space station on Thursday. The upcoming mission involving the Shenzhou-18 crew and Tianzhou-8 cargo ship marks another significant step in China's space exploration endeavours. Led by Lin Xiqiang, deputy director of the China Manned Space Agency, the Shenzhou-18 crew will undertake a myriad of tasks …

Shenzhou XVI crew members given honors
8 months ago

Shenzhou XVI crew members given honors

China Daily  

The crew of Shenzhou XVI — Jing Haipeng, Zhu Yangzhu and Gui Haichao — make their first official public appearance at Beijing Aerospace City on Friday since they returned from space 80 days ago. Shenzhou XVI crew members Major General Jing Haipeng, Colonel Zhu Yangzhu and Professor Gui Haichao have received awards from the Communist Party of China Central Committee, …

China launches three astronauts to complete space station construction
2 years, 6 months ago

China launches three astronauts to complete space station construction

India TV News  

China on Sunday launched three astronauts to complete the assembly work on its permanent Tiangong space station. Liu is also a space veteran and was China’s first female astronaut to reach space aboard the Shenzhou 9 mission in 2012 while 46-year-old Cai will be making his first space trip. The spaceship, atop a Long March-2F carrier rocket, was lifted off …

Shenzhou XIII separates from space station core module
2 years, 8 months ago

Shenzhou XIII separates from space station core module

China Daily  

BEIJING - The spacecraft Shenzhou XIII, which is carrying Chinese astronauts Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping and Ye Guangfu, separated from the space station core module Tianhe at 12:44 am Saturday. The three astronauts have lived and worked in the space station complex for 183 days, the longest stay in space by Chinese astronauts on a single mission, according to the …

Shenzhou XIII separates from space station core module
2 years, 8 months ago

Shenzhou XIII separates from space station core module

China Daily  

BEIJING - The spacecraft Shenzhou XIII, which is carrying Chinese astronauts Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping and Ye Guangfu, separated from the space station core module Tianhe at 12:44 am Saturday. The three astronauts have lived and worked in the space station complex for 183 days, the longest stay in space by Chinese astronauts on a single mission, according to the …

China's space program reaches new heights with return of Shenzhou XIII crew: China Daily editorial
2 years, 8 months ago

China's space program reaches new heights with return of Shenzhou XIII crew: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

In this combo photo, astronauts Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping and Ye Guangfu are out of the return capsule of the Shenzhou-13 spaceship at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region on April 16, 2022. At 9:57 am, the reentry module carrying the astronauts Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping and Ye Guangfu touched down safely at the designated …

Astronaut in orbit takes historic step
3 years, 1 month ago

Astronaut in orbit takes historic step

China Daily  

Senior Colonel Wang Yaping, 41, became China's first female spacewalker on Sunday evening when she took part in the Shenzhou XIII mission's first extravehicular activity with mission commander Major General Zhai Zhigang. By midnight, they had mounted new components on the station's robotic arm and used it to practice extravehicular maneuvers and rescue operations, the agency said, noting that Senior …

Shenzhou XII crew returns to Earth
3 years, 3 months ago

Shenzhou XII crew returns to Earth

China Daily  

Astronauts Nie Haisheng, Liu Boming and Tang Hongbo wave after they landed in the reentry capsule of the Shenzhou XII mission in Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Friday. YANG YING/FOR CHINA DAILY Crew members of the Shenzhou XII mission returned to Earth on Friday afternoon, concluding a historic journey in China's Tiangong space station. At a daily briefing on Friday …

太空“出差”结束 神十二航天三人组回家了
3 years, 3 months ago

太空“出差”结束 神十二航天三人组回家了

China Daily  

在天空工作、生活90天后，三位航天员今天安全回家了。 The reentry capsule of the Shenzhou XII mission, with mission commander Major General Nie Haisheng, Major General Liu Boming and Senior Colonel Tang Hongbo inside, touched down at 1:34 pm at the Dongfeng Landing Site in the Badain Jaran Desert. 2021年9月17日13点34分，神舟十二号载人飞船返回舱载着航天员聂海胜、刘伯明、汤洪波在巴丹吉林沙漠东风着陆场着陆。 三位航天员身体状态良好，空间站阶段首次载人飞行任务取得圆满成功。 The Shenzhou XII spacecraft departed China's Tiangong space station on Thursday morning, carrying three Chinese astronauts on …

China successfully launches first crewed mission for space station construction
3 years, 6 months ago

China successfully launches first crewed mission for space station construction

Deccan Chronicle  

Beijing: China on Thursday successfully launched its crewed spacecraft, sending three astronauts to its space station's core module Tianhe for a three-month mission. It is China's seventh crewed mission to space and the first during the construction of China's space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency. They are expected to set a new record for China's manned space …

China Space Station: First crewed mission to construct new orbiting laboratory launched
3 years, 6 months ago

China Space Station: First crewed mission to construct new orbiting laboratory launched

India TV News  

China on Thursday successfully launched its crewed spacecraft, sending three astronauts to its space station’s core module Tianhe for a three-month mission. It is China's seventh crewed mission to space and the first during the construction of China's space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency. They are expected to set a new record for China's manned space mission …

China launches crewed spacecraft Shenzhou-12 in historic mission
3 years, 6 months ago

China launches crewed spacecraft Shenzhou-12 in historic mission

Live Mint  

China launched a spacecraft on Thursday carrying three astronauts to part of a space station still under construction for the longest stay in low Earth orbit by any Chinese national. A Long March 2F rocket transporting the Shenzhou-12, or "Divine Vessel", bound for the space station module Tianhe blasted off at 9:22 a.m. Beijing time from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch …

每日一词∣神舟十二号载人飞船 Shenzhou XII manned spacecraft
3 years, 6 months ago

每日一词∣神舟十二号载人飞船 Shenzhou XII manned spacecraft

China Daily  

6月17日，搭载神舟十二号载人飞船的长征二号F遥十二运载火箭，在酒泉卫星发射中心点火发射。神舟十二号载人飞船将把3名航天员送到空间站“天和”核心舱内生活工作3个月。 China launched the Shenzhou XII manned spacecraft on June 17, which is expected to send three astronauts to its space station core module Tianhe for a three-month mission. The spacecraft, atop a Long March-2F carrier rocket, was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. 2021年6月17日9时22分，搭载神舟十二号载人飞船的长征二号F遥十二运载火箭，在酒泉卫星发射中心点火发射。（图片来源：中国日报网） 【知识点】 神舟十二号载人飞行任务是空间站关键技术验证阶段第四次飞行任务，也是空间站阶段首次载人飞行任务。按计划，神舟十二号载人飞船入轨后，将采用自主快速交会对接模式对接于天和核心舱的前向端口，与天和核心舱、天舟二号货运飞船形成组合体。组合体飞行期间，航天员将进驻天和核心舱，执行天地同步作息制度进行工作生活，完成为期3个月的在轨驻留，开展机械臂操作、太空出舱等活动，验证航天员长期在轨驻留、再生生保等一系列关键技术。航天员驻留约3个月后，搭乘飞船返回舱返回东风着陆场。 按照空间站建造任务规划，今明两年将实施11次飞行任务，包括3次空间站舱段发射、4次货运飞船以及4次载人飞船发射，2022年完成空间站在轨建造，建成国家太空实验室，进入到应用与发展阶段。 【重要讲话】 建造空间站、建成国家太空实验室，是实现我国载人航天工程“三步走”战略的重要目标，是建设科技强国、航天强国的重要引领性工程。 Building a space station and national space laboratory is …

Chinese cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-2 docks with orbital station
3 years, 6 months ago

Chinese cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-2 docks with orbital station

India TV News  

An automated spacecraft docked with China's new space station carrying fuel and supplies for its future crew, the Chinese space agency announced. Tianzhou-2 spacecraft reached the Tianhe station eight hours after blasting off from Hainan, an island in the South China Sea, China Manned Space said. Tianhe, or Heavenly Harmony, is the third and largest orbital station launched by China's …

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