In a significant achievement for China's space exploration, the Shenzhou-19 crew has successfully completed their mission's second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs). According to the China Manned Space Agency, astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze concluded their tasks at 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday.
The trio spent 8.5 hours outside the orbiting space station, carrying out multiple tasks with assistance from the station's robotic arm and coordination with the ground team. This operation marks a critical milestone for the Shenzhou-19 mission, demonstrating the crew's endurance and proficiency in executing complex space operations.
The successful completion of these activities contributes to the ongoing development and maintenance of China's space station. The collaboration between the astronauts and the ground team underscores the advances in China's manned space program.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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