中国第四十二次南极考察队起航

Core Points - The 42nd Antarctic Expedition Team from China has set out on November 1, 2025, with over 500 members from more than 80 domestic units and international researchers from over 10 countries and regions [1] - The expedition will focus on three main tasks: enhancing the infrastructure and operational capabilities of the Qinling Station, conducting comprehensive investigations in Antarctica to better understand its role in global climate change, and implementing major R&D projects and new applications of domestic equipment technology [1] Group 1 - The expedition is supported by the "Xuelong" and "Xuelong 2" vessels and is expected to return to China by May 2026 [1] - The team will conduct scientific drilling experiments in deep subglacial lakes using domestically developed hot water drilling and melting systems, aiming to explore isolated subglacial environments and geological features [1] - The expedition will also validate domestically manufactured equipment such as the "Snow Leopard" 6×6 wheeled vehicle and THT550 hydraulic traction equipment, along with advanced technologies for automatic observation and satellite remote sensing [1]