In a remarkable display of endurance and teamwork, the crew of Shenzhou-19 aboard China’s orbiting space station successfully completed their second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs) at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday. The China Manned Space Agency announced that astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze spent an impressive 8.5 hours outside the station, accomplishing multiple critical tasks.
Equipped with the support of the space station’s robotic arm and coordinated assistance from the ground team, the astronauts undertook complex operations essential to the station’s ongoing mission. Their work not only tests the limits of human capability in space but also signifies a significant step forward in China’s ambitious space exploration program.
The successful EVAs highlight the crew’s exceptional skills and the advanced technological capabilities of China’s manned space missions. As the astronauts maneuvered through the challenges of the space environment, they demonstrated precision and collaboration, laying a strong foundation for future endeavors in orbit.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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