At precisely 1:12 a.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday, the crew of China’s Shenzhou-19 mission marked a significant milestone by completing their mission's second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs). Orbiting Earth aboard China’s space station, astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze ventured outside the station for a total of 8.5 hours, successfully executing multiple complex tasks.
The mission, overseen by the China Manned Space Agency, showcased the crew’s expertise and the capabilities of China’s growing space program. With assistance from the space station's robotic arm and ground support teams, the astronauts performed maintenance, conducted scientific experiments, and tested equipment crucial for the station's ongoing operations.
This series of spacewalks not only demonstrates China’s advancements in manned spaceflight but also contributes valuable data and experience for future long-duration missions. The Shenzhou-19 crew’s accomplishments continue to inspire interest and collaboration within the international space community.
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Shenzhou-19 crew completes 2nd extravehicular activities in 8.5 hours
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