In the early hours of Tuesday, the Shenzhou-19 crew aboard China's orbiting space station successfully completed their mission's second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs), marking a significant milestone in the nation's space exploration endeavors.
Astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze concluded the spacewalk at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time, after working tirelessly for 8.5 hours. Under the guidance of the China Manned Space Agency, the trio executed multiple complex tasks with the assistance of the space station's robotic arm and support from ground teams.
The crew's extended time outside the station demonstrates not only their endurance but also China's growing capabilities in manned spaceflight. The successful completion of these EVAs is a testament to the dedication of the astronauts and the technological advancements of the country's space program.
This achievement paves the way for future missions and highlights China's commitment to contributing to global space exploration efforts. The Shenzhou-19 mission continues to capture the world's attention, inspiring interest and enthusiasm in space science and technology.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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