The space mission of the Divine Thirteen astronauts included many aspects of work and activities. They had carried out two extraterrestrial missions in space, completed two space lectures, and had friendly interactions with Chinese and foreign youths through activities such as the "Heavenly Palace Conversation." In addition, they also conducted a number of scientific and technological experiments and applications projects, and participated in space science. In space, the astronauts also carried out emergency evacuation drills and water quality tests. Their space trip lasted for half a year, during which they also carried out daily exercise, New Year's Eve performances and other activities, fully demonstrating the wonderful life in the space station.
The astronauts of the Shenshi mission were Nie Haisheng, Zhang Xiaoguang, and Wang Yaping.
The extraterrestrial mission of the Shenzhou 12 astronauts included the in-orbit transfer, assembly, and testing of the extraterrestrial suit, the assembly of the extraterrestrial toolbox, the lifting of the panoramic camera, and the installation of the expansion pump. In addition, they also had to manage the core module assembly, conduct space science experiments and technical experiments, and manage the astronauts 'health. The specific tasks included installing the thermal control expansion pump unit outside the module, lifting the panoramic camera D outside the module, assembling the toolbox outside the module, etc. Astronauts also had to undergo physical exercise, health monitoring and evaluation, and participate in science education activities. The Shenzhou 12 astronauts had successfully completed two extraterrestrial missions and successfully completed all the tasks in the mission.
The astronauts of Shenzhou 13 were composed of Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping, and Ye Guangfu. Zhai Zhigang was China's first extraterrestrial astronaut, Wang Yaping had carried out the Shenzhou-10 manned mission, and Ye Guangfu was the first to fly in space. Zhai Zhigang was the commander of this mission. In this mission, the astronauts would stay in orbit for six months, and Chinese female astronauts would also be stationed on the China Space Station for the first time. They had successfully completed many extraterrestrial activities and missions.
The Shenzhou 18 astronauts made their debut on April 24,2024. The crew members included Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu. They had a group meeting with Chinese and foreign media reporters at the Wentian Pavilion at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. This was the first public appearance of the Shenzhou 18 astronauts.
The Shenzhou-13 astronauts were confirmed to be Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping, and Ye Guangfu. Zhai Zhigang would be the commander. In this mission, the astronauts would stay in orbit for six months for the first time, and Wang Yaping would also become China's first female astronaut to carry out extraterrestrial activities. They will launch the Shenzhou-13 manned spacecraft at 0:23 on October 16, Beijing time. The success of this mission laid a solid foundation for the subsequent construction of the space station and achieved many " firsts " in China's aerospace industry. The specific mission and activity details of the Shenzhou 13 crew were not yet available.
The crew of Shenzhou 17 consisted of Tang Hongbo, Tang Shengjie, and Jiang Xinlin.
The astronauts of God-13 were Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping, and Ye Guangfu.
The crew of Shenzhou 18 had been announced. The crew consisted of three astronauts, Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu, with Ye Guangfu as the commander. The three astronauts were all born in the 1980s. They would carry out the Shenzhou 18 manned flight mission. Ye Guangfu had carried out the Shenzhou-13 mission before, while Li Cong and Li Guangsu were on their first mission. The Shenzhou 18 mission would last for six months, and Ye Guangfu would become China's first astronaut with a total flight duration of one year. This mission was China's second manned launch mission this year and the world's fourth manned launch mission this year.
On the afternoon of June 28,2022, the Shenzhou-13 astronauts Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping, and Ye Guangfu held a meeting with media reporters in Beijing Space City. This was their first official meeting with the media and the public after returning for 74 days. At the meeting, Jing Haipeng, the deputy commander of the astronauts system, introduced the recovery situation and follow-up plans after the astronauts returned. According to reports, the astronauts had completed the isolation recovery, recuperation recovery phase, and fully entered the recovery observation phase. At present, the astronauts were in good physical and mental condition. The results of various medical examinations were normal. Their heart and lung functions had basically recovered, and their muscle strength, endurance, and bone density had been well restored. They had achieved the expected results. After completing the recovery period, they would return to their normal training. At the meeting, the astronauts also answered questions from reporters about the station and the situation after returning.
The three astronauts on the space station were Chen Dong, Liu Yang, and Cai Xuzhe.