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China’s Lunar Ambitions Pivot to the South Pole: Chang’e-7 Confirmed for Late 2026 Launch

China has confirmed the Chang’e-7 mission will launch in late 2026, targeting the lunar South Pole to search for water ice. This mission is a critical precursor to building a permanent lunar base and highlights the intensifying space race between Beijing and Washington.

NeTe2026年5月23日 04:23

#China Space Agency#CNSA#Chang’e-7

A captivating indoor display of a moon sculpture suspended in a museum, highlighting its spherical and cratered surface.

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China’s Cislunar Ambitions Take Flight with Breakthrough DRO Satellite Mission

China's trio of experimental DRO satellites has completed a landmark two-year mission, successfully validating low-energy orbital transfers and establishing a 1.17-million-kilometer communication link. These breakthroughs in cislunar navigation and Lagrange point exploration provide the critical infrastructure needed for China's planned long-term lunar base.

NeTe2026年3月25日 11:28

#Cislunar#DRO#Lagrange Points