Chinese space scientists have outlined a lunar exploration concept featuring three astronauts working alongside intelligent machines, including robot dogs and a pressurized rover.
A drifting Falcon 9 upper stage will impact the Moon near Einstein Crater at 6:34 am UTC Wednesday, creating a visible debris plume and highlighting growing space debris risks for future lunar bases.
The US and China are in a new space race, with both nations aiming to be the first to return humans to the Moon. NASA head Jared Isaacman highlighted China's rapid advancements and the strategic importance of lunar resources and future Mars missions.
The US and China are in a new space race, with both aiming to be the first to return humans to the Moon. NASA head Jared Isaacman highlighted China's rapid advancements and the strategic importance of lunar resources and future Mars missions.
Russia's Space Research Institute received 1.5 grams of lunar soil from China on June 3. The samples will be studied for volatile compounds to understand the Moon's history and aid future settlement efforts, as part of a joint space science agreement.
China announced the integration of its manned and unmanned lunar exploration programs into a unified "Lunar Exploration Project." Preparations are underway for the Chang'e-7 mission in the latter half of the year, and the country aims for its first manned moon landing before 2030.
China's space station will provide platform services for future lunar and deep space exploration. It has cultivated an experienced astronaut team, validated key lunar mission technologies, and developed integrated designs for new generation rockets and spacecraft.
