By Karmactive Staff
Tiangong, China's celestial marvel, silently orbits, becoming a symbol of the nation's cosmic aspirations and technological might.
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The 74th International Astronautical Congress spotlighted China's plans to amplify Tiangong, marking a pivotal moment in space exploration.
With 894 days in the cosmic void, Tiangong has hosted fifteen taikonauts, maintaining a human presence for 764 days.
CAST reveals plans to integrate three new modules, enhancing Tiangong’s structure and extending its operational arms until 2037 or beyond.
As the ISS nears retirement in 2030, Tiangong emerges as a potential hub for global scientific collaboration and exploration.
The ESA, once keen on sending astronauts to Tiangong, retracts its intentions, highlighting geopolitical and financial complexities in global collaborations.
Tiangong's expansion is not just physical but a strategic move, positioning China as a crucial player in future international space research.
The upgraded Tiangong, capable of hosting six astronauts, is set to become a significant research platform in the LEO.
China’s space station, while navigating through global challenges, stands poised to potentially become a nexus for international space exploration post-ISS era.
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