Monday, November 05, 2007

China in orbit

China now has a lunar module in the moon’s orbit, and it’s being called a milestone in China’s space exploration program.  The module is called Chang’e One, and it’s mission is to scan the lunar surface.  In 4 years, China is planning an unmanned moon vehicle landing, and within 15 years, a manned landing is anticipated.  In 2003, China became only the third country to launch a manned rocket into orbit.

China’s actions are facing international scrutiny, with other countries fearing the start of a space arms race.  Japan is hoping to get in on the action, too; they hope to land a spacecraft on the moon in the next ten years.  The moon, ignored for the last few decades, is suddenly becoming a very busy place.

Click this link for a great video documentary about China’s planned space program (in Chinese, but with subtitles).  And, if you want to see video of the launch of Changé, just look below:

Posted by Leigh-Ann on 11/05 at 06:49 AM
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