The oven, delivered to Tiangong earlier this year, was quickly put to use by the six astronauts of the Shenzhou 20 and Shenzhou 21 missions.
The reactor is aimed at powering future lunar missions by 2030. This project follows earlier research funded by Nasa into a smaller 40-kilowatt reactor, initially scheduled for deployment in the early 2030s.
Tianwen-2’s first target is Kamo'oalewa, a near-Earth asteroid. This tiny object orbits the sun, but it also loops Earth. It is called a quasi-satellite for this reason.
China establishes a planetary defence force as asteroid 2024 YR4's collision risk increases, while NASA's Dart mission inspires China's asteroid defence strategy.
China's ambitious Chang'e-7 mission aims to explore the Moon's south pole, search for water, and pave the way for future human missions and lunar habitation.
As lunar mining becomes a reality, nations and private firms are racing to extract moon resources. But what are the benefits and risks, and who owns the moon?
Chinese astronauts Cai Xuzhe and Song Lingdong break the record for the longest spacewalk, completing a 9-hour extravehicular activity outside the Tiangong space station.
China unveils ambitious space program expansion, aiming for manned lunar mission and lunar space station by 2050.
September 25 has seen several pivotal moments in history, ranging from space exploration to significant political milestones. It’s a day that reminds us of human ingenuity, scientific breakthroughs, and important cultural contributions across the globe.
The lunar rover, launched in 2018, sent fresh images from the moon’s far side.
Potential enhancements to the mission include a helicopter and a six-legged robot to collect samples from various locations on Mars.