Members of the Shenzhou-19 crew aboard China's orbiting space station have successfully completed their mission's second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs), concluding at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday.
The astronauts, Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze, worked diligently for 8.5 hours to accomplish multiple tasks, under the assistance of the space station's robotic arm and the support of the ground team, as reported by the China Manned Space Agency.
This extended spacewalk is a significant achievement, demonstrating the crew's endurance and the reliability of China's space technology. The successful completion of these EVAs marks a milestone in China's ongoing advancements in space exploration.
The Shenzhou-19 mission continues to contribute to scientific research and the development of space capabilities, bringing China closer to its goals of expanding its presence in space and fostering opportunities for international cooperation.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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