Get ready for cosmic action! China's Shenzhou-21 astronauts are gearing up for their first spacewalk since arriving at the Tiangong space station, officials announced Thursday. The trio – Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang – have been busy bees since docking on November 11, completing everything from emergency drills to cutting-edge science experiments 🌌.
Over the past three weeks, the crew has:
✅ Handed over operations from the Shenzhou-20 team
✅ Conducted full system checks and maintenance
✅ Tested the station's robotic arm capabilities
✅ Organized supplies from the uncrewed Shenzhou-22 spacecraft
Their recent "pressure drill marathon" (think space station version of emergency preparedness!) ensures they're ready for whatever challenges the vacuum of space might throw at them. With the crew in peak physical condition and all systems go, this EVA could unlock new breakthroughs in China's ambitious space program 🛰️.
While exact timing remains under wraps, space enthusiasts worldwide are tuning in for what promises to be 2025's most out-of-this-world livestream 📡. Will we see new tech demos? Advanced repairs? Stay tuned!
