Core Viewpoint - The main mission of China's space station emergency action has been successfully completed with the safe return of the Shenzhou-20 spacecraft on January 19, 2026, marking a significant achievement in China's manned spaceflight program [3][4]. Group 1: Mission Completion - The Shenzhou-20 spacecraft successfully landed at the Dongfeng landing site at 9:34 AM on January 19, 2026, confirming the overall normal condition of the spacecraft and its internal items [3]. - The spacecraft was launched on April 24, 2025, and had a total in-orbit duration of 270 days, validating its capability for a 9-month stay in orbit [3][4]. - The mission faced a delay in return due to suspected impact from space debris, leading to the implementation of emergency measures and the successful return of the crew aboard Shenzhou-21 on November 14, 2025 [4]. Group 2: Search and Recovery Operations - The search and recovery operation for the Shenzhou-20 spacecraft utilized an unmanned mode for the first time, incorporating drone and unmanned vehicle teams, which replaced traditional helicopter units [5][6]. - The search teams quickly arrived at the landing site and successfully located the spacecraft, demonstrating the effectiveness of the new unmanned search model [5][6]. Group 3: Extravehicular Suit Retirement - The Shenzhou-20 mission also marked the retirement of China's first set of extravehicular suits, which had successfully supported 20 extravehicular activities [7][8]. - The extravehicular suit, weighing over 100 kilograms, was designed for a lifespan of three years and had exceeded its usage expectations by completing 20 extravehicular activities [8][9]. - The suit's successful performance in various missions has provided valuable data for future developments in space suit technology [11]. Group 4: Future Developments - The data and experiences gained from the Shenzhou-20 mission and the retired extravehicular suit will contribute to the development of future space suits, including the lunar exploration suit [11].
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Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-19 18:11