The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) on Wednesday officially announced the names of the moon-landing spacesuit and the manned lunar rover, both integral to China’s upcoming manned lunar exploration missions.
The newly named moon-landing spacesuit, Wangyu, translates to “gazing into the cosmos.” This name complements Feitian, the designation of China’s extravehicular spacesuit, which means “flying into space.” According to CMSA, Wangyu signifies China’s continued journey beyond spaceflight and the establishment of its space station, marking a new phase in its mission to explore the moon and deep space.
Additionally, the name symbolizes China’s dedication to the peaceful use of space and its commitment to fostering global cooperation in space exploration, reinforcing its vision of building a shared future for humanity.
The manned lunar rover has been named Tansuo, meaning “exploration of the unknown.” This title reflects the rover’s core mission of aiding Chinese astronauts in uncovering lunar secrets. CMSA emphasized that the name embodies the innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of discovery that defines China’s space program.
These names were selected from approximately 9,000 public submissions, demonstrating national enthusiasm for the space initiative.
China aims to send astronauts to the moon before 2030 for scientific research. The mission will involve launching two carrier rockets—one carrying a manned spacecraft and the other a lunar lander. These will dock in lunar orbit before astronauts transfer to the lander.
Upon reaching the moon, astronauts will operate the lunar rover to conduct scientific studies. The rover is designed with multiple functions, including manned operation, lunar surface navigation, positioning support, and safety assistance to facilitate astronaut movement, communication, and exploration.
Currently, research and development efforts for both Wangyu and Tansuo are progressing smoothly, according to CMSA.
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