Hey cosmic enthusiasts! China’s latest marvel, the Three Gorges Antarctic Eye, has landed at Zhongshan Station in Antarctica. Unveiled on April 3, this 3.2-meter radio/millimeter-wave telescope is set to decode the mysteries of the Milky Way by capturing neutral hydrogen and ammonia signals. ❄️
Developed by experts from China Three Gorges University and Shanghai Normal University, this breakthrough instrument is overcoming extreme cold and powerful winds, proving that innovation thrives even in the harshest conditions. 🔭
Leading researchers like Associate Professor Zhang Yi and Associate Professor Zeng Xiangyun have smashed technical limits to get this telescope up and running. Party chief He Weijun highlights that its success not only marks a leap in Antarctic astronomy but also showcases the awesome spirit of scientific progress in the Chinese mainland.
With more on-site expeditions planned at Zhongshan Station, the journey to explore our universe has just begun. Stay tuned for more cosmic adventures as technology and exploration go hand in hand!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
