Our Privacy Statement & Cookie Policy

By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser.

I agree

Shenzhou-23 astronauts settle into work after crew handover

The three-member Shenzhou-23 crew has taken over operations aboard China's Tiangong space station following a smooth handover with the Shenzhou-21 crew. Since arriving on May 25, astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan and Lai Ka-ying have adapted to microgravity and begun their scheduled tasks. Over the coming months, they will carry out more than 100 scientific experiments and projects in life sciences, materials, microgravity physics, aerospace medicine and space technologies.

00:43
Search Trends