In a significant milestone for China's space exploration efforts, the Shenzhou-19 crew successfully completed their second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs) on Tuesday at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time. According to the China Manned Space Agency, astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze spent 8.5 hours outside the orbiting space station, carrying out multiple tasks with precision and coordination.
Under the support of the space station's robotic arm and the ground team, the trio conducted operations that advance the assembly and maintenance of the space station. The extensive spacewalk demonstrated the crew's endurance and the effectiveness of China's space technology in supporting long-duration missions.
The successful completion of these EVAs marks another step forward in China's ambitious space program, showcasing the nation's growing capabilities in manned spaceflight and orbital operations. The collaborative efforts between the astronauts and mission control highlight the dedication and expertise driving China's exploration of space.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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