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China progresses in full-scale efforts for manned Moon landing by 2030
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China progresses in full-scale efforts for manned Moon landing by 2030
by Clarence Oxford
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 30, 2024

China is accelerating its mission to place astronauts on the Moon by 2030, with substantial progress across development, testing, and infrastructure construction. In a recent press briefing, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) detailed the work underway to achieve this ambitious lunar objective, highlighting both technical advancements and testing milestones.

CMSA's strategy involves deploying cutting-edge systems to support the lunar landing mission. At the heart of these developments is the Long March-10 carrier rocket, which is being engineered to deliver China's crewed lunar missions. Spokesperson Lin Xiqiang shared that prototypes for the Long March-10 rocket are already in production, with ground tests validating the rocket's three-engine power system and simulating performance under high-altitude conditions. These rigorous tests are essential to ensure the rocket's reliability for a mission of this scale.

The crewed lunar spacecraft, Mengzhou, is another critical component of China's lunar ambitions. CMSA has been conducting integrated airdrop tests to validate the spacecraft's performance in landing scenarios, ensuring a smooth descent and landing on the Moon's surface. Alongside Mengzhou, CMSA is preparing a new lunar lander called Lanyue, designed specifically for the lunar environment, with tests confirming the successful separation of its two modules. This separation capability is pivotal, as it allows the lander to function in distinct stages, supporting both the descent to and ascent from the lunar surface.

China's lunar mission requires not only transport but also robust equipment to enable astronauts to operate on the Moon. The CMSA is developing a manned lunar rover, which will allow astronauts to explore the lunar terrain extensively. In addition, the team is designing specialized space suits tailored for the Moon's environment, which will protect astronauts from extreme temperatures and lunar dust while offering flexibility for exploration tasks. These suits are undergoing rigorous trials to verify their suitability for the unique challenges of lunar operations.

To support the overall mission framework, CMSA has focused extensively on ground-based infrastructure essential for mission success. China is developing multiple facilities, including a dedicated lunar mission launch site, communication networks for telemetry and control, and a secure landing site for safe return to Earth. "Ground systems, including the launch site, telemetry and control communications, and the landing site, are being developed and constructed," Lin confirmed, underscoring the agency's commitment to a seamless operation from launch through landing.

This mission reflects China's broader vision of establishing a sustained presence on the Moon, laying the groundwork for future lunar exploration and potential lunar bases. With each new test, CMSA is advancing its technological capabilities, placing China among the forefront of nations with lunar ambitions. This development effort aligns with the country's national space strategy, which prioritizes deep space exploration and demonstrates China's commitment to becoming a global leader in space exploration.

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