China’s first reusable rocket Zhuque-3 makes maiden voyage but recovery attempt fails
The United States is still the only country in the world to successfully return an orbital-class booster, though…
Chinese Space Station Achieves First-Ever Oxygen and Rocket Fuel Production Using Artificial Photosynthesis
When humans dream of venturing farther into the cosmos, one massive logistical question looms: how do we keep…
China sends emergency return vehicle to Tiangong space station to replace damaged craft
China has launched a replacement ship that will travel to its space station as a substitute return vessel.…
US satellite spies on Chinese space station and more. China spies back
In a notable display of reconnaissance capabilities, a Chinese satellite has observed an American satellite that was itself…
US scientists find ‘critical gaps’ holding back Nasa moon plan as China races ahead
Scientists have found critical gaps in Nasa’s development of space life support systems that could prevent the United…
Chinese scientists develop machine to turn lunar dust into bricks
The device operates like a 3D printer but replaces conventional heat sources with concentrated solar energy. A parabolic…
Spurred by US sanctions, China adapts Huawei’s HarmonyOS for microsatellites
China has successfully tested a home-grown operating system in space, marking a major step towards reducing reliance on…