The Shenzhou-19 crew aboard China's orbiting space station has successfully completed their second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs), the China Manned Space Agency announced on Tuesday. The mission was accomplished at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time, marking a significant milestone in China's ambitious space exploration endeavors.
Astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze spent 8.5 hours working outside the space station. With the assistance of the space station's robotic arm and support from the ground team, they completed multiple critical tasks designed to enhance the station's functionality and prepare for future missions.
The crew's extensive extravehicular operations demonstrate China's growing capabilities in spacewalk technology and human spaceflight endurance. The success of this mission not only contributes to the development of China's space station but also advances human understanding of long-duration space activities.
These EVAs are part of China's broader plan to establish a permanent presence in space, contributing to scientific research and exploration. The dedication and skill of the Shenzhou-19 crew continue to propel China's space program to new heights.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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