🚀 Ever dreamt of exploring the final frontier? On Friday night at 11:44 p.m. (Beijing Time), China's Shenzhou-21 mission turned that dream into reality as the rocket soared off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the northwest of the Chinese mainland.
The crew—Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang—are leading this epic journey. After reaching orbit, their spaceship will execute a lightning-fast automated rendezvous and docking maneuver.
In roughly 3.5 hours, the Shenzhou-21 spaceship will autopilot its way to the Tianhe core module's forward port, creating a powerful three-spacecraft, three-module combo. Think of it as a cosmic LEGO build in orbit! 🧩✨
This mission not only showcases cutting-edge space tech but also opens doors for new experiments in biology, materials science and more. For news enthusiasts, young entrepreneurs and students alike, it's proof that global teamwork and innovation can push the boundaries of what's possible.
Stay tuned as Shenzhou-21 begins its orbiting adventure and inspires the next generation of explorers. After all, the universe is for everyone. 🌍✨
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Live: Special coverage of China's Shenzhou-21 crewed spacecraft launch
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