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space1 year ago

"China's Queqiao-2 Satellite Boosts Lunar Exploration Mission"

China successfully launches the Queqiao-2 relay satellite to support upcoming lunar missions, including the Chang'e-6, 7, and 8 missions. The satellite, equipped with a 4.2-meter parabolic antenna, will enter a highly elliptical lunar orbit to facilitate communication with both lunar missions and Earth. It is part of China's plans for future lunar exploration and the development of a lunar base in the 2030s. Additionally, the satellite carries payloads for the 2026 Chang'e-7 mission and experimental satellites for navigation and communications technology verification.

via SpaceNews|
#change-missions#china#lunar-missions
space1 year ago

"China's Lunar Infrastructure: Advancements in Queqiao-2 and Chang'e-6 Rocket Launches"

China is preparing to launch the Queqiao-2 communications relay satellite to support upcoming moon missions, including the Chang’e-6 lunar far side sample return mission in May. The satellite, equipped with a 4.2-meter parabolic antenna, will maintain communication with both Earth and the lunar far side. Queqiao-2 is also intended to support the Chang’e-7 and Chang’e-8 missions to the lunar south pole. The launch is scheduled for late March 19, with the Long March 8 rocket set to carry Queqiao-2 into a highly elliptical, frozen lunar orbit.

via SpaceNews|
#change-missions#china#long-march-8-rocket
science-and-technology2 years ago

China Plans Lunar Base Construction Using Moon Soil in 5 Years.

China plans to start building a lunar base in about five years, using bricks made of moon soil during the Chang'e 8 mission around 2028, according to scientists with ties to the project. The lunar base will likely be powered by nuclear energy and will include a lander, hopper, orbiter, and rover, all of which would be constructed by the Chang'e 6, 7, and 8 missions. The moon is believed to contain a source of waste-free nuclear energy that could meet global energy demands for 250 years.

via Financial Post|
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