China’s space program just hit a cosmic milestone! The B-model extravehicular spacesuit, worn by astronaut Chen Dong during a recent spacewalk, has now supported 20 EVAs (extravehicular activities) 🛰️—the first on China’s space station to achieve this feat in just four years. Talk about durability in zero gravity! 👨🚀
Designed for a three-year orbital lifespan and 15+ spacewalks, this second-gen Feitian suit has outdone expectations. It’s been trusted by 11 astronauts across eight missions, proving its reliability for critical tasks outside the station. 💪
And there’s more! New suits D and E, delivered by the Tianzhou-9 cargo craft in July, are now prepped for action. These upgraded suits boast longer lifespans, enhanced safety, and smoother astronaut operations—key for maintaining China’s orbital hub. 🚀
Zhang Wanxin from the China Astronaut Research and Training Center highlighted the suits’ role in advancing space tech: "They’re a giant leap from first-gen designs, ensuring our astronauts can build and explore safely." 🌟
