🚀 Shenzhou-21 Astronauts Dock at China Space Station, Meet Shenzhou-20 Crew
Shenzhou-21 astronauts have docked at the China Space Station and met the Shenzhou-20 crew, kicking off a fresh in-orbit handover and continuous research mission.
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Shenzhou-21 astronauts have docked at the China Space Station and met the Shenzhou-20 crew, kicking off a fresh in-orbit handover and continuous research mission.
The Chinese mainland’s Shenzhou-21 crew launched successfully, carrying three astronauts for a six-month stay at the orbiting space station.
Get insights from commander Zhang Lu as the Shenzhou-21 taikonauts prepare for a six-month mission aboard the Chinese mainland’s space station.
China’s Shenzhou-21 spacecraft launched from Jiuquan at 11:44 p.m., with a rapid automated docking planned at the Tianhe core module in about 3.5 hours.
Discover how engineers tackled the complex Shenzhou-21 rocket and spaceship transfer at Jiuquan, from giant gates to seamless rails, ensuring a smooth ride to the launch pad.
After more than 170 days in orbit, the Shenzhou-20 crew is completing key brain research aboard the Chinese mainland’s space station before returning to Earth.
The Tianhe core module of the China Space Station celebrates 4 years, marking major milestones in space exploration and scientific innovation.
China is set to advance its space program in 2025 with missions focused on space station operations and manned lunar exploration, strengthening its global space role.