The Shenzhou-19 crew aboard China's orbiting space station has successfully completed their second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs), marking a significant milestone in the nation's space exploration endeavors.
According to the China Manned Space Agency, the EVAs concluded at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday. Astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze worked tirelessly for 8.5 hours, executing multiple complex tasks with the assistance of the space station's robotic arm and ground support teams.
The trio's efforts not only demonstrate China's growing capabilities in manned spaceflight but also contribute valuable experience to future missions. The completion of these EVAs showcases the crew's endurance and the seamless coordination between space and ground operations.
Under the guidance of mission control, the astronauts conducted maintenance, equipment installation, and various scientific experiments outside the station. The use of the robotic arm played a crucial role in maneuvering equipment and supporting the astronauts during their spacewalk.
This successful operation highlights the progress of China's space program and its commitment to advancing human exploration of space. The Shenzhou-19 mission continues to build upon previous achievements, paving the way for more ambitious projects in the future.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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