Hey space enthusiasts! 🚀 China is shaking up the game by inviting overseas research institutions to submit payload proposals for its big Mars sample return mission, Tianwen-3, scheduled for around 2028. This mission is not just about sending a spacecraft; it’s about teaming up with brilliant minds from around the globe, including those from the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions.
The Tianwen-3 spacecraft is a marvel of engineering, comprising a lander, ascent vehicle, service module, orbiter, and return module. It will carry six cutting-edge scientific payloads like the Raman fluorescence spectrometer, ultra-wideband exploration radar, mid-infrared superfine imaging spectrometer, Mars global multicolor camera, descent ENA aurora detector, and high-precision vector magnetometer. Each of these instruments plays a key role in exploring Mars’ mysteries—from searching for signs of life to understanding the planet’s climate and geology.
This initiative is a fantastic opportunity for tech innovators and space geeks to contribute to planetary exploration. Just a reminder: while overseas researchers are welcome to join, each payload must be led by a domestic institution and can involve no more than five partners. It’s all set to boost international collaboration and spark new ideas in space research!
So, if you’re dreaming of making a mark on space exploration, this is your moment. Get creative, collaborate, and help unlock the secrets of the Red Planet. The future of space discovery awaits—let your passion for innovation soar! 👩🚀👨🚀
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China invites overseas payload proposals for Mars sampling mission
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