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30/05/23 21:38 PM IST

China successfully launches new manned spaceship with first civilian on board

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  • China recently successfully launched the Shenzhou-16 manned spaceship, sending three astronauts, including the first civilian to its space station combination for a five-month mission.
About Shenzhou-16
  • Shenzhou-16 spacecraft was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in China.
  • This important mission marked the fifth manned mission to the Chinese space outpost since 2021, underscoring China’s commitment to advancing its space program.
  • The Shenzhou-16 spacecraft carried a crew of three astronauts who would replace the previous crew of Shenzhou-15.
  • This crew rotation ensures a continuous presence on the space station and allows for vital maintenance, research, and exploration activities to be conducted.
Significance
  • The Shenzhou-16 mission exemplifies China’s rapid advancements in space technology and its commitment to becoming a global space power.
  • With the completion of Tiangong’s core module in 2021, China solidified its presence in space exploration, aiming to operate and host astronauts for at least a decade.
  • The country has offered partnerships and development opportunities to other nations, showcasing its rising prowess in the global space arena.
  • As the International Space Station’s operations are expected to end in 2030, China’s Tiangong space station could become a significant outpost for scientific research in the future.
Source- The Hindu

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