China has successfully launched the first core module of its first permanent space station that will host astronauts long term and join the ISS when complete. Called Tianhe (Heavenly Harmony), this module was sent into space on a Long March 5B rocket from the Wenchang Launch Center on the southern island province of Hainan. It marks the beginning of the first of 11 missions to complete, supply and crew the station by the end of 2022. Read more for two videos and additional information.
This core module is the main section where astronauts will reside for up to 6-months at a time, and another 10 launches is required to transport two more modules where crews will conduct experiments. There will then be four cargo supply shipments and four missions with crews. Currently, a minimum of twelve astronauts are training to launch and live in the station, including those who have experience from previous flights. The first crewed mission, Shenzhou-12, is slated to be launched by June. The completed station will weigh approximately 66-tons, have a docking port and the ability to connect with a powerful Chinese space satellite.
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The successful launch of the Tianhe core module indicates that the construction of our country’s space station has entered the stage of full implementation and laid a solid foundation for subsequent missions. The construction of a space station and the establishment of a national space laboratory… is an important leading project for building a powerful country in science and technology and aerospace,” said China President Xi Jinping.
