China is gearing up for its next big space adventure! The Shenzhou-19 crewed mission recently wrapped up a full-system drill at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China.
This comprehensive drill was all about ensuring every system is reliable and safe for the upcoming launch, which aims to send a trio of Chinese astronauts, known as taikonauts, to orbit the nation’s space station.
Under unified coordination, the entire launch process—from the launch tower and rocket to the spaceship and all subsystems—underwent rigorous functional checks. This included a complete simulation covering everything from flight preparation and ignition to liftoff and rocket-spaceship separation.
The three taikonauts played a key role in the drill, meticulously simulating each step of the mission. They practiced entering the spaceship's return capsule, conducting joint inspections, and testing the coordination between the crew, spacecraft, rocket, and ground systems. This hands-on approach ensured that all major operations for both standby and liftoff phases were flawlessly executed during the simulated launch.
According to Xing Lei from the China Astronaut Research and Training Center, the crew performed exceptionally well. \"Their commands were precise and their operations highly skilled, showcasing strong teamwork among the taikonauts and smooth coordination with ground staff,\" Xing praised.
Looking ahead, Xing mentioned that the taikonauts are now in the final stage of pre-mission preparation, focusing on medical monitoring and ongoing skills training to ensure they're in top shape for the mission.
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The Shenzhou-19 crewed mission recently wrapped up a full-system drill at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China.
