中国第42次南极考察|秦岭站正式进入越冬工作阶段

Group 1 - The core point of the news is the successful transition of China's 42nd Antarctic expedition at the Qinling Station into the winter operation phase after the departure of the "Snow Dragon" ship and its crew [1] - The Qinling Station, which opened on February 7, 2024, is China's fifth Antarctic research station and fills a research gap in the Ross Sea region [1] - The station has a total construction area of 5,244 square meters, making it the largest single building among China's existing research stations, capable of accommodating 80 personnel [1] Group 2 - The "Snow Dragon" ship assisted in the transfer of two South Korean expedition members at the request of the South Korean side before returning to Australia [2] - Eighteen wintering team members at the Qinling Station will officially begin their winter operations following the departure of the "Snow Dragon" [2] - The "Snow Dragon" will continue its mission by heading to Zhongshan Station after completing its tasks with the Qinling Station and other teams [2]