Space fam, get this! The second-gen Feitian spacesuit B just reached 20 extravehicular activities (EVAs) on China’s orbiting space station, smashing its original target of 15 EVAs in 3 years! 🚀
Worn by astronaut Chen Dong during the Shenzhou-20 mission’s third series of spacewalks on August 15, this suit has become the first on China’s station to hit the 20-EVA goal in under 4 years.
According to Zhang Wanxin from the China Astronaut Research and Training Center, spacesuit B has now supported 11 astronauts across 8 manned missions. Why does this matter?
- Extended lifespan: Designed for 3 years with at least 15 EVAs, it’s proving it can go the extra mile. 🔧
- Next-level safety: Upgraded protection keeps spacewalkers secure during critical outside-the-cabin work.
- Efficiency boost: Smarter mobility and life-support systems make repairs and installs smoother than ever.
On July 15, the Tianzhou-9 cargo craft delivered two fresh Feitian suits, labeled D and E. They’ve been unpacked, inspected, and are now primed for upcoming EVAs – more milestones ahead! 🌕
For tech buffs and dreamers across South and Southeast Asia, this record shows how innovation is taking us beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Ready for the next giant leap? 🌌
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Chinese spacesuit reaches 20 spacewalks, extending in-orbit lifespan
cgtn.com
