The Shenzhou-13 astronauts successfully completed all the established tasks for the first extraterrestrial activity on November 8, Beijing time. This was the third time an astronaut had gone out of the capsule during the space station phase of China's manned space project. It was also the first time the Shenzhou-13 astronauts had gone out of the capsule. It was also the first time in China's aerospace history that a female astronaut had participated in an extraterrestrial activity. During the extraterrestrial mission, the astronauts completed the installation of the robotic arm suspension device and the transfer piece, and the typical action test outside the cabin. They successfully verified the functional performance of China's new generation of extraterrestrial spacesuit and the ability of the astronauts to work with the robotic arm. The success of this extraterrestrial activity laid a solid foundation for the subsequent construction of the space station.
The Shenzhou 19 astronauts were about to carry out extraterrestrial activities. This extraterrestrial activity faced many challenges and was a major test of the astronauts 'personal ability and China's aerospace technology. During the extraterrestrial mission, the astronauts would wear extraterrestrial spacesuits weighing dozens of kilograms to resist the extreme factors of the extraterrestrial environment. At the same time, they would have to complete a series of complex maintenance and scientific experiments, such as installing space debris protection devices. During installation, the angle and position of the device needed to be accurately calculated. Any deviation could cause system failure to affect the operation of the space station. Astronauts must act decisively and coordinate their actions when carrying out these tasks, and act according to clear instructions. In order to ensure the safety of astronauts, China's space department had developed intensive safety measures, such as an emergency plan. Shenzhou 19 had a female astronaut, Wang Haoze, but it was still unknown whether she would carry out the extraterrestrial mission. It depended on the arrangements of the space center. In terms of physical strength, it was difficult for female astronauts to carry out extraterrestrial missions because it was physically exhausting. Under normal circumstances, female astronauts were slightly weaker than male astronauts, but this did not mean that female astronauts could not carry out extraterrestrial missions. In some special missions, female astronauts might have an advantage. The novel " Hundred Years of Spaceship " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
The Shenzhou 12 astronauts had successfully carried out two extraterrestrial activities. Astronauts Nie Haisheng and Liu Boming successfully completed all their assigned tasks in their second extraterrestrial activity and safely returned to the Tianhe Core module. The mission of this extraterrestrial activity included the assembly of extraterrestrial equipment and the lifting of the panoramic camera. At the same time, it also tested the functional performance of China's new generation of extraterrestrial spacesuits and the ability of astronauts to work with robotic arms. At present, the Shenzhou 12 manned mission had entered its third month. The follow-up astronauts would continue to conduct space science experiments and technical experiments. According to the plan, they would return to Earth in mid-September.
The crew of Shenzhou 17 consisted of three astronauts, Tang Hongbo, Tang Shengjie, and Jiang Xinlin. Tang Hongbo served as the commander. The crew consisted of one second-batch astronaut and two third-batch astronauts. They were the youngest astronauts on average since the start of the space station construction mission. Tang Hongbo was a first-class astronaut of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Astronauts Brigade. He was a senior colonel in the Army and had a master's degree. He was once the captain of a certain regiment of the Air Force and was awarded the title of Air Force First Class pilot. Tang Shengjie was born in 1989 and was the youngest in this round. Before he became an astronaut, he was an excellent Air Force pilot. His flight path spread all over the country and he was rated as a first-class pilot of the Air Force. Jiang Xinlin had little personal information, but he was also a member of the astronauts. The Shenzhou-17 astronauts had successfully completed many missions, including extraterrestrial maintenance missions and space science and technology experiments.
In 2024, the Shenzhou 17 astronauts were composed of Tang Hongbo, Tang Shengjie, and Jiang Xinlin. They successfully completed the Shenzhou 17 manned flight mission, including extraterrestrial activities and extraterrestrial maintenance missions. On April 30, 2024, they returned to Earth safely and successfully landed at the Dongfeng Landing Field. The astronauts were in good health and the mission was a complete success. Tang Hongbo became China's longest-flying astronaut, with a total of 215 days in orbit. The return of the Shenzhou 17 astronauts marked the successful completion of their mission and their safe arrival in Beijing.
At 01:24 on November 4,2024, Shenzhou 18 successfully landed at the Dongfeng landing site. Astronauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu were in good physical condition and successfully exited the capsule. As of 02:15 on November 4,2024, all of them had safely and smoothly left the cabin and were in good health. Moreover, Ye Guangfu's accumulated flight time exceeded a year's record and arrived in Beijing safely. At present, there was no more information about their current situation. It was speculated that they were in normal recuperation or rehabilitation training. The novel " Hundred Years of Spaceship " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
The crew of Shenzhou 12 has been confirmed. According to the China Manned Space Engineering Office, astronauts Nie Haisheng, Liu Boming, and Tang Hongbo would carry out the Shenzhou 12 manned mission, and Nie Haisheng would be the commander. The backup astronauts were Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping, and Ye Guangfu. Nie Haisheng had participated in the Shenzhou-6 and Shenzhou-10 manned missions, Liu Boming had participated in the Shenzhou-7 manned mission, and Tang Hongbo was flying for the first time. Shenzhou 12 will be launched at 9:22 Beijing time on June 17.
The astronauts of the Shenzhou 16 spacecraft were Jing Haipeng, Zhu Yangzhu, and Gui Haichao.
The list of astronauts on Shenzhou-13 included Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping, and Ye Guangfu. Among them, Zhai Zhigang served as the commander. He was China's first extraterrestrial astronaut. Wang Yaping had carried out the Shenzhou-10 manned mission, while Ye Guangfu was carrying out a manned mission for the first time. The three astronauts would work in the Shenzhou-13 spacecraft.
Shenzhou 18 astronauts confirmed. The Shenzhou-18 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 were receiving basic training and professional training for this year's space station mission. In addition, the Shenzhou 18 astronauts would meet with Chinese and foreign media reporters.
The Shenzhou 15 astronauts were Fei Junlong, Deng Qingming, and Zhang Lu.