The Shenzhou-19 crew aboard China's orbiting space station successfully completed their second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs) at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday, according to the China Manned Space Agency. The astronauts spent a total of 8.5 hours outside the space station, marking a significant achievement in China's manned space exploration efforts.
Astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze collaborated seamlessly during the mission. With the assistance of the space station's robotic arm and support from the ground team, they performed multiple tasks designed to enhance the station's operational capabilities and prepare for future missions.
\"The successful completion of these extravehicular activities not only demonstrates the excellent coordination among the crew members but also showcases the advanced technological capabilities of our space station,\" the China Manned Space Agency stated.
The EVAs are critical for the maintenance and expansion of the space station, enabling astronauts to install new equipment, conduct scientific experiments, and ensure the station's long-term functionality. The Shenzhou-19 mission continues to build upon China's growing presence in space exploration, contributing valuable insights to the international space community.
This achievement reflects China's commitment to advancing its space program and fostering international collaboration in space science and technology.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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