2024年6月25日，嫦娥六号返回器携带来自月背的月球样本安全着陆在内蒙古四子王旗预定区域，探月工程嫦娥六号任务取得圆满成功。新华社记 者 贝赫 摄 新华社悉尼10月4日电（记者李晓渝）"探索宇宙奥秘，增进人类福祉，是我们的梦想。通过航天科技的发展，愿我们携手共进，共同创造更美好 的未来！"嫦娥六号任务总设计师胡浩在第76届国际宇航大会上说完获奖感言后，几乎坐满2500人的悉尼国际会议中心达令港大会堂内回荡起热烈 掌声。 在悉尼举办的第76届国际宇航大会于9月29日开幕。开幕式上，中国嫦娥六号任务团队获颁2025国际宇航联合会世界航天奖团体组奖项。胡浩与中 国国家航天局探月与航天工程中心主任关锋作为代表上台领奖。 据了解，世界航天奖是国际宇航联合会设立的航天领域最高奖项，旨在表彰在全球航天科学、技术、工程管理等领域作出重大贡献的个人或团 队。本次获奖是中国航天团队第三次问鼎该奖项，嫦娥四号团队以及天问一号火星探测任务团队分别于2020年、2022年获奖。 嫦娥六号任务带回的月球背面样本成为此次国际宇航大会的热点。大会期间，与会航天专家、学者、企业家以及航天从业人员等纷纷来到中国展 位，参观陈列在锥形透明容器里 ...

新华社悉尼10月3日电 记者手记｜一代航天人的担当——嫦娥六号任务团队获颁世界航天奖 新华社记者李晓渝 嫦娥六号任务带回的月球背面样本成为此次国际宇航大会的热点。大会期间，与会航天专家、学者、企 业家以及航天从业人员等纷纷来到中国展位，参观陈列在锥形透明容器里的月球样本。与月球背面样本 一起陈设在展位上的还有嫦娥五号任务从月球正面采集的月球样本。探月与航天工程中心现场工作人员 热情向参观者们介绍，月球背面样本颜色要比正面样本浅一些，这让参观者们观察得更加仔细起来。 关锋告诉新华社记者，过去带到海外展示的月球背面样本都是月壤，这次带来的则是月岩。他表 示，"嫦娥"既是中国的，又属于全人类。此次带月球背面样本参展正是出于此想法，中国航天要向全球 科学家们展示样本，也欢迎科学家们向中方申请对样本进行研究。 胡浩接受新华社记者采访时说，此次获得的世界航天奖分量较重，代表着国际航天界对嫦娥六号任务的 重视。他说，月球背面样本能够让科学家们得以验证科学猜测，提升了各国同行对嫦娥六号任务的关注 度和兴趣。同时，嫦娥六号探测器还搭载了4个国际载荷，展现出中国航天以开放姿态开展科学探索工 作和研究。 胡浩说："中国航天经过几十 ...

Core Points - The SpaceX "Dragon" spacecraft, carrying four astronauts, departed from the International Space Station (ISS) on October 8, 2023, at 18:15 EDT, and is expected to land in the California coast area on October 9, 2023, at 11:33 EDT [1] - The astronauts onboard include American astronauts Anne McClain, Nicole Aunapu Mann, Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata, and Russian astronaut Kirill Peskov [1] - During their over five-month stay at the ISS, the astronauts conducted numerous experiments and technology demonstrations, including the cultivation of microalgae in microgravity, research on cellular gravity perception mechanisms, and astronaut health monitoring, contributing valuable data and experience for future deep space exploration [1] Summary by Categories Mission Details - The "Dragon" spacecraft's departure and expected landing times are specified, highlighting the mission's timeline [1] - The spacecraft is returning to Earth after a significant duration at the ISS, indicating the importance of the mission [1] Astronauts Involved - The crew consists of four astronauts from different countries, showcasing international collaboration in space exploration [1] Research and Experiments - The astronauts engaged in various scientific experiments during their stay, which are crucial for advancing knowledge in space biology and health [1] - Specific experiments mentioned include microalgae cultivation and studies on gravity perception, emphasizing the mission's scientific contributions [1]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. is accelerating plans to build a nuclear reactor on the Moon, which is a significant initiative led by the acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy since his appointment this year [1] Group 1: Project Details - The plan aims to establish a specific timeline for the lunar nuclear reactor project, targeting the launch and deployment of a 100-kilowatt reactor by 2030 [1] - NASA is required to consult industry opinions within 60 days and appoint a responsible person to oversee the project [1] - The agency is seeking companies capable of launching the nuclear reactor by 2030 [1] Group 2: Strategic Importance - Nuclear fission technology is deemed crucial for future deep space exploration missions, despite solar energy playing a role in certain lunar locations [1] - The U.S. has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in research and development in this field [1] - The acceleration of the lunar nuclear energy system is intended to lay the energy foundation for long-term crewed lunar and Mars exploration missions, while also gaining a competitive edge in the new space race [1]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. plans to accelerate the construction of a nuclear reactor on the Moon to support future space exploration missions, with a target to deploy a 100-kilowatt reactor by 2030 [1][3]. Group 1: Project Details - The initiative aims to establish a timeline for the lunar nuclear reactor project, with a directive for NASA to consult industry experts within 60 days and appoint a project leader [1]. - The nuclear reactor is expected to provide a reliable power source for various operations on the Moon, including habitation, life support systems, scientific experiments, and industrial activities [4][6]. Group 2: Technical Considerations - Nuclear fission technology is deemed crucial for deep space exploration, as it can deliver continuous power unaffected by lunar environmental conditions, unlike solar panels [3][4]. - Current designs for small reactors suggest that deploying a reactor on the Moon by 2030 is technically feasible if sufficient funding is allocated [6]. Group 3: Challenges and Concerns - There are significant technical challenges, including the safe transport of radioactive materials and the management of waste heat [7]. - Funding uncertainties exist, as NASA's budget has faced cuts, and there is no clear financial backing for the lunar reactor project [7]. - The reliability of private sector partners for launching the reactor remains questionable, with no U.S. company currently demonstrating the necessary capabilities [7].

新华社北京8月6日电 据多家美国媒体报道，美国交通部长兼国家航空航天局（NASA）代理局长肖恩· 达菲近日将宣布，美国将加快推进在月球上建设核反应堆的计划。这是达菲今年被任命为代理局长以来 主导的首项重大举措。 美航天局近来面临遭美国政府削减科研预算、缩减科研项目和裁员的窘境。此外，这项计划还有多种技 术难题待解，也尚不明确将依靠哪家企业发射核反应堆。美国为何计划在月球上建造核反应堆？这项计 划的实施前景如何？ 核能优势明显 为月球设计的核反应堆需要适应与地球截然不同的环境，月球上没有大气层，还存在极端温差以及长时 间的昼夜交替。 不同于可能受月球长达两周黑夜影响而无法发电的太阳能电池组，基于裂变的核反应堆能持续、可靠地 提供电力，以支持居住区、生命维持系统、科学实验，以及采矿和燃料生产等工业操作。 5月27日，美国太空探索技术公司新一代重型运载火箭"星舰"在得克萨斯州实施第九次试飞。新华社/美 联 计划2030年前实现 据媒体披露的一份达菲的指令，加快在月球表面建造反应堆的计划有助于推进美国月球探索任务。该计 划将明确为美航天局此前构想的月球核反应堆项目设定具体时间表，目标是在2030年前完成一座100千 ...

Group 1 - NASA heavily relies on SpaceX for its near-Earth and deep space exploration goals, with SpaceX executing over 80% of NASA's orbital launch missions in 2024 [1] - Since the retirement of the Space Shuttle in 2011, NASA lost its ability to send astronauts into space and depended on Russian spacecraft until the Crew Dragon spacecraft was operational [2] - NASA's Artemis lunar program is significantly dependent on SpaceX's Starship, which will serve as a lunar lander and a refueling station for missions to the Moon [3] Group 2 - Boeing's Starliner spacecraft has faced significant delays and issues, leading NASA to abandon its plans for using it for crewed missions [2] - The Crew Dragon spacecraft is currently the only option for NASA to send astronauts to low Earth orbit using domestic capabilities [2] - The Artemis program's success hinges on the integration of SpaceX's Starship for lunar landings and support operations [3]

Group 1 - Thailand's scientific community is actively participating in China's Chang'e 8 lunar mission, which is scheduled for launch around 2029, marking a significant step in Thailand's space ambitions [1] - The collaboration between Thailand and the China National Space Administration (CNSA) is highlighted by the inclusion of the "China-Thailand Space Weather Global Monitoring Sensor" as a payload for the Chang'e 7 mission, showcasing Thailand's achievements in deep space exploration [1] - This partnership is seen as a reflection of the strengthening ties between Thailand and China, particularly in the fields of science, technology, and innovation, which serve as a bridge connecting the two nations [1] Group 2 - Thailand is preparing to provide an important payload called the "Lunar Neutron Analyzer" for the Chang'e 8 lander, developed by the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand and other institutions, aimed at analyzing neutron emissions from the lunar surface [2] - This collaboration represents a significant advancement in understanding lunar resources, which is crucial for future human settlement on the Moon and long-term deep space exploration [2] - The 10th "China Space Day" was celebrated with the theme "The Bright Moon on the Sea, Grasping the Stars in the Nine Heavens," emphasizing the shared achievements in space exploration and China's vision for peaceful space utilization [2]