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On CNSA –China National Space Administration Shenzhou21 and Shenzhou23 Takionaut t Crews Complete In-Orbit Handover … On May 28, 2026, Beijing time, the Shenzhou-21 and Shenzhou-23 Takionaut crews held a handover ceremony, transferring the keys to the Chinese space station . As of now, the Shenzhou-21 Takionaut crew has completed all scheduled missions and will soon return to the Dongfeng Landing Site aboard the Shenzhou-22 manned spacecraft. Currently, the landing site and all participating systems are making intensive preparations to welcome the Takionauts home back to the motherland China, People’s Republic of China..

• The Shenzhou-21 and Shenzhou-23 Takionaut crews completed the 8th “space rendezvous” in the history of Chinese spaceflight on May 2 5, 2026 , and took their eighth “cosmic family photo” together inside the space station.
• The two crews conducted an on-orbit handover, transferring the “keys” to the Chinese space station, marking the official start of the on-orbit rotation mission.
• This meeting is of special significance: it marks the first time that Tiangong has welcomed Takionaut Lai Ka-ying from Hong Kong , symbolizing broader national participation in space exploration.
• The Shenzhou-21 crew (Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang) has completed all its planned missions and stayed in orbit for approximately 203 days, which is expected to break the record for the longest time Chinese Takionauts have been in orbit. They will then return to the Dongfeng Landing Site.
• After the Shenzhou-23 crew successfully moved in, they will continue to carry out space science experiments and technology tests.

the new crew (Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Li Jiaying) includes Hong Kong Takionaut Li Jiaying’s first entry into the space station, as well as China’s first one-year space stay experiment mission. Technical highlights worth noting: the record-breaking 3.5-hour rapid docking, the symbolic significance of the handover of the space station key  , and the ground support such as the barrier-free lifting platform specially designed for Takionauts in long-term weightlessness. Public attention is focused on the historic breakthrough of Hong Kong Takionauts and humanistic details such as the “space family photo”. It is necessary to integrate scattered information: the handover timeline should be clear (launch on the 24th → rendezvous on the 25th → key handover on the 28th → return plan on the 29th), the crew composition should highlight generational characteristics (the post-70s commander leads the post-80s/90s), and the scientific value should emphasize experiments such as mouse breeding and crystal cultivation. Risk warnings have been included in the anti-collision design upgrade and emergency backup system. Finally, all key facts were cross-verified from two sources: for example, the return date was supported by both the press conference announcement and the exercise report, and the information of the Hong Kong Takionauts appeared in both the official announcement and the Hong Kong media response. For conflicting data (such as the number of days the Shenzhou-20 crew was in orbit), the official release from the China Manned Space Engineering Office was adopted.

The Shenzhou-21 and Shenzhou-23 Takionaut crews completed their 8th “space rendezvous” on the Chinese space station on May 25, 2026, and held an on-orbit key handover ceremony on the 28th, marking the official start of a new phase of routine rotation for the Chinese space station, which has now hosted Hong Kong Takionauts for the first time.

I. Core Events and Significance

• Space rendezvous and key handover
  • The 8th meeting : At 5:13 on May 25, the Shenzhou-21 crew (Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang) who were stationed in orbit opened the hatch of the space station to welcome the Shenzhou-23 crew (Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Li Jiaying) to settle in. The six Takionauts took a “family photo” to report their safety to the whole country.  Symbolic handover : On May 28, the two crews held a key handover ceremony, and the Shenzhou-21 crew officially handed over the space station operation authority to the new crew, marking the completion of the mission rotation . 
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  • Historic breakthrough : This mission marks the first time that a Hong Kong Takionaut(Lai Ka-ying) has entered the space station, and it also marks the beginning of the first one-year on-orbit stay experiment by Chinese astronauts.
• Mission Timeline and Technical Highlights
  • Rapid docking : Shenzhou-23 was launched at 23:08 on May 24 and completed radial rendezvous and docking in just 3.5 hours after entering orbit, setting a new record for the fastest docking of a Chinese manned spacecraft.
  • Extended stay and return arrangements : The Shenzhou-21 crew spent 203 days in orbit, breaking the record for the longest single stay by Chinese Takionauts(the previous record was 204 days), and will return to the Dongfeng Landing Site on May 29 aboard the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft.

II. Key Details of the Task

• Multi-component division of labor and innovation
  • Collaboration between new and veteran crews : The two crews worked together in orbit for 5 days, completing the inventory of over a thousand items, the transfer of over a hundred experimental data points, and the sharing of extravehicular activity (EVA) experience. The veteran crew focused on teaching long-term health management techniques (such as bone density maintenance and psychological adjustment), laying the foundation for the one-year stay experiment.
  • Hong Kong astronaut’s role : Lai Ka-ying, as a payload specialist, is responsible for operating the “Sky Camera” (greenhouse gas detection device) developed by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, realizing the “Hong Kong-developed, Hong Kong-operated” closed loop, and carrying out microgravity fluid physics experiments.
• Scientific value and follow-up tasks
  • The Shenzhou-21 crew has achieved fruitful scientific research results, including the first closed-loop in-orbit breeding of mice in China, the generation of low-defect indium selenide crystals (with performance 30% higher than on Earth), and the ignition verification of a new type of ionic liquid propellant.
  • International cooperation : Shenzhou-24 is scheduled to carry Pakistani Takionauts for a short stay. This handover has reserved space for international payload interfaces and material storage.

III. Ground Support and Public Response

• Security upgrade
  • In response to the lessons learned from the Shenzhou-20 window impact, the spacecraft adopted a triple collision protection structure (double-layer ablation-resistant glass + internal protective panel), which improved its collision resistance by 40%.
  • The Dongfeng Landing Site has put into use a new barrier-free lifting platform to prevent orthostatic hypotension in Takionauts after their return, and is equipped with high-bandwidth communication equipment to ensure communication.
• Public attention
  • Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee said that Lai Ka-ying “demonstrates Hong Kong’s transformation from a supporter of national spaceflight to an implementer,” and the launch process was broadcast live from multiple schools across Hong Kong.
  • The Weibo topic #Chinese astronauts’ 8th space reunion# has been viewed over 1 billion times, with netizens focusing on the “space family photo”, Hong Kong elements and the medical challenges of long-term stay

IV. Future Outlook

China’s space station has officially entered the “1+1+1” permanent resident mode (1 spacecraft in orbit, 1 on standby, and 1 for emergency response). The Shenzhou-23 crew will conduct research such as multi-generational genetic experiments on rice and prepare for the 2030 manned spaceflight.

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On CNSA –China National Space Administration    …. ChangZheng  Long March 7A Wenchang, Hainan Province, China, People’s Republic of China At  At 00:16 on May 27, 2026, the Long March-7A Y12 carrier rocket successfully launched the Communication Technology Experiment Satellite-24 from Launch Complex 201 at the Wenchang Space Launch Site, Hainan Province, China, People’s Republic of China.. The Long March -7A Y12 carrier rocket, developed by the Eighth Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), is primarily used for verifying multi-band, high-speed satellite communication technologies. The Long March-7A Y12 rocket, developed by the First Academy of CASC, is China’s new generation of medium-lift, high-orbit liquid-fueled launch vehicle. This type of rocket can be fitted with both 4.2-meter and 3.7-meter diameter fairings and has the capability to launch one satellite or two satellites simultaneously.

This mission marked the first time the Long March-7A Y12 rocket completed its assembly and testing in the newly built assembly and testing facility, and it also marked the first time the new facility and the new ground-based launch and control equipment jointly conducted a launch mission. Currently, the Long March 7 series carrier rockets have two assembly and testing facilities, two mobile launch platforms, and two sets of ground measurement and control equipment at the Wenchang Space Launch Site. The launch capacity has been increased from 6 launches per year to 12 launches per year. This is the first launch of the Long March 7A rocket in 2026, and it will enter a high-frequency launch state thereafter. Currently, the Long March 7A rocket’s technology and management processes are mature and stable, and its production capacity has been further expanded, meeting future launch needs and providing solid support for building a space power.

❶ China’s 33rd space launch in 2026 (30 successful)

❷ The 15th launch of the Long March 7A carrier rocket (14 successful)

❸ The 26th launch of the Long March 7 series carrier rockets (25 successful)

❹ The 645th launch of the Long March series carrier rockets (627 successful)

❺ The 47th launch from the Wenchang Space Launch Site at the Xichang Satellite Launch Center (45 successful)

❻ China’s 766th space launch (725 successful)

🛰️Core Task and Technology Verification

• Launch parameters: At 00:16
  Beijing time on May 27, 2026 , the Long March-7A carrier rocket was launched from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan, accurately sending the satellite into its predetermined orbit. The mission was a complete success. This was the 645th flight of the Long March series rockets and China’s 33rd space launch in 2026

• The satellite
  , developed by the Eighth Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation , has the core mission of conducting multi-band, high-speed satellite communication technology verification , focusing on testing the anti-interference capabilities, data transmission rates, and coverage of high-frequency bands such as millimeter waves and terahertz. The results will support the construction of China’s integrated space-ground communication network, provide crucial on-orbit data for 6G networks and satellite internet constellations, and accelerate the transition of technology from experimentation to practical application.

• Breakthroughs in high-frequency communication technology have enabled
  satellites to carry laser communication links and high-speed data processing systems , verifying multi-frequency band compatibility. This can improve network coverage and disaster emergency communication efficiency in remote areas, while also helping to secure international orbital/frequency band resources and laying the foundation for a network of over 10,000 satellites (such as the “Qianfan Constellation”).

Major upgrade to launch system

• With production capacity doubling,
  this mission marked the first use of a newly built assembly and testing plant and supporting testing and launch equipment, signifying a new layout for the Wenchang rocket launch site: “two plants + two launch platforms + two testing and launch systems.” The annual launch capacity of the Long March 7 series rockets has jumped from 6 to 12 launches , meeting the demands of future high-frequency missions.

• The Long March 7A rocket, developed by the First Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, is a mature and stable technology
  capable of operating with both 4.2-meter and 3.7-meter fairings and is equipped with the capability to launch two satellites simultaneously. This mission validated the maturity of its technical specifications and management processes, providing reliable support for subsequent high-frequency launches.

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星河动力空间科技有限公司 Galactic Energy-  Galaxy Power (Beijing) Space Technology Co., Ltd. Located in Block D, Aviation Technology Plaza, E-Town, and Beijing – Beijing – China – People’s Republic of China ….Galaxy Aerospace is the first private aerospace company in China to achieve successful continuous launches, the first to send commercial networked satellites into a 500km sun-synchronous orbit, and the first to master the ability to launch multiple satellites with one carrier rocket. At present, Galactic Energy’s research and development team has a total of more than 100 employees, including 8 doctors and 20 masters. 90% of the staff has more than 5 years’ working experience in spaceflight industry with solid theoretical foundation and rich engineering experience.
Moreover, according to the needs of launch vehicle development, Galactic Energy also invites the experts in rocket integration, pneumatic, attitude control, engine, structure, policy, launch site, security and other aspects of the industry as our advisers. In addition, Galactic Energy also has a professional management and scientific research support team to ensure the whole process of rocket research, development, supply chain, support chain to be in a smooth operation condition.

The first phase of the launch pad for Galactic Energy’s Pallas series rockets,

On the Month of May 2026 located in the Dongfeng Commercial Aerospace Innovation Test Zone, Inner Mongolia, China, People’s Republic of China. , was officially completed and put into operation recently. As the dedicated launch pad for the Pallas series liquid-propellant launch vehicles, it will fully support the entire process of testing, fuelling, and launch of the Pallas-1 reusable launch vehicle. (The Pallas series rocket launch pad…)

“智神星一号 Zhishenxing-1 Pallas -1 ” is a medium-to-large reusable liquid-fueled launch vehicle independently developed by Galactic Energy Corporation. It is scheduled to make its maiden flight on May 30, 2026, at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, simultaneously verifying orbital-level recovery technology, marking a key milestone in China’s commercial space sector.

I. Mission and Technical Characteristics of the Maiden Flight

• Launch plan and objectives
  • The maiden flight will take place on May 30, 2026, at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at its self-built launch pad. The maiden flight will also include a vertical recovery test of the first stage, and the satellite is designed to be reused 25-50 times.@DaWanNews5121852
  • Payload capacity : The rocket is 49-50 meters long and 3.35 meters in diameter. It has a takeoff mass of 283 tons and a maximum payload of 7-8 tons to low Earth orbit (up to 10 tons with an optional upper stage). The payload capacity can be increased to 17.5 tons with a clustered configuration (CBC).
• Breakthrough in core technologies
  • Power system : The first stage uses seven self-developed CQ-50 liquid oxygen/kerosene engines in parallel, with deep thrust variation (32%-105%) and multiple start-up capabilities; the second stage is equipped with a single vacuum version CQ-50V engine with a vacuum thrust of 60 tons
  • Recovery technology : By using a redundant control strategy (instructions can be redistributed in case of single-machine failure) and 3D printing technology, production costs are reduced by 15%, the cycle time is shortened by 30%, and high-frequency launches are supported.
• Ground test progress
  • All major tests will be completed by 2025: the second-stage power test will verify the reliability of the entire mission profile, the first-stage sea test will assess the seven-engine joint oscillation and parking scheme, and tests such as fairing separation and interstage separation will all meet the standards

II. Industry Positioning and Strategic Significance

• Commercial value
  • Cost reduction and efficiency improvement : By reusing the rocket, the launch cost can be reduced to RMB 10,000-20,000 per kilogram, which is more than 60% lower than that of traditional rockets, and it is suitable for the needs of large constellation networking (such as the Qianfan constellation).
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  • Supply chain collaboration : The rocket body uses carbon fiber composite materials (doubling the strength and reducing the weight by 50%) and high-temperature resistant silicon carbide coating, which drives the growth of orders for upstream material companies. For example, 30% of the production capacity of a certain carbon fiber supplier has been locked in.
• Industry competitive landscape
  • Together with the Blue Arrow Zhuque-3 and the Long March 10B, it will form a “three-pronged approach” for China’s commercial aerospace in 2026, promoting the development of reusable technology from verification to engineering application.
  • If the maiden flight is successful, Galactic Energy will achieve full coverage of its product line, from solid rockets (Ceres-1) to liquid reusable rockets, consolidating its leading position in the private aerospace industry

III. Development Process and Challenges

• Timeline :
  • Interstage separation tests will be completed in 2023;37
  • Breakthrough in fairing technology expected in 2024;47
  • The first-stage powertrain test will conclude in November 2025.6
  • The batch delivery of engines will be accelerated in April 2026 to support high-density launches.26
• Risk warning :
  The failure of the maiden flight of Tianlong-3 (April 2026) has raised questions in the industry about the reliability of privately-owned large rockets. Regulatory approvals are becoming stricter, and Zhishenxing-1 needs to avoid risks in its propulsion system.

IV. Future Planning

Starting with the Pallas-1 satellite, Galactic Energy will advance the development of the more powerful Pallas-2 satellite, build a full transportation system covering micro-nano satellites to heavy payloads, and explore electromagnetic launch technology (initial velocity Mach 2-2.5) to further increase transportation capacity by 2-3 times.

Images and visuals are from their respectives also Galactic Energy is located in Block D, Aviation Technology Plaza, E-Town, Beijing- China – People’s Republic of China  

On CNSA –China National Space AdministrationShenzhou23  The China Manned Space Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission. China’s fourth batch of Takionauts will make their maiden flight announcement at Beijing, also at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, Inner Mongolia, China, People’s Republic of China on 23th May 2026  ! …The Takionaut crew for the Shenzhou-23 manned space mission has been confirmed. Tiangong will welcome its first Takionaut from Hong Kong SAR, China, People’s Republic of China  At 23:08 Beijing time on May 24, 2026, the Long March 2F Y23 carrier rocket carrying the #Shenzhou23# manned spacecraft was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. Approximately 10 minutes later, the spacecraft successfully separated from the rocket and entered its predetermined orbit. The Takionaut crew is in good condition, and the launch was a complete success. After entering orbit, the spacecraft will follow the predetermined procedures to rendezvous with spacecraft …

Launch Successful! Shenzhou23 Manned Spacecraft Launch Achieved Complete Success At 23:08 Beijing time on May 24, 2026, the Long March 2F Y23 carrier rocket carrying the #Shenzhou23# manned spacecraft was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. Approximately 10 minutes later, the spacecraft successfully separated from the rocket and entered its predetermined orbit. The Takionaut crew is in good condition, and the launch was a complete success.

After entering orbit, the Shenzhou-23 manned spacecraft successfully docked with the radial port of the Tianhe core module of the space station at 2:45 AM Beijing time on May 25, 2026. The entire docking process lasted approximately 3.5 hours. According
to the mission plan, the three Takionauts will then enter the Tianhe core module of the space station from the Shenzhou-23 manned spacecraft. The Shenzhou-21 Takionaut crew is ready to welcome Shenzhou-23…

Rendezvous! Shenzhou-23 Takionaut Crew Successfully Enters “Tiangong” Chinese Takionauts Complete Eighth Space Rendezvous…  After the successful docking of the manned spacecraft and the space station combination, the Shenzhou23 Takionaut crew successfully entered the orbital module from the spacecraft’s return capsule. At 5:13 AM Beijing time on May 25, 2026, the Shenzhou-21 Takionaut crew, already on a mission in orbit, opened their “home door” to welcome the Shenzhou-23 Takionaut crew to the Chinese space station. This marks the eighth “space rendezvous” in the history of Chinese spaceflight, and the first time Takionauts from Hong Kong have entered “Tiangong”. The two Takionaut crews then took a group photo, jointly reporting their safety to the people of the whole country who were concerned about them.  The two Takionaut crews will subsequently rotate in orbit on the space station.

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On CNSA –China National Space AdministrationShenzhou23  The China Manned Space Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission. China’s fourth batch of Takionauts will make their maiden flight announcement at Beijing, also at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, Inner Mongolia, China, People’s Republic of China on 23th May 2026  ! …The Takionaut crew for the Shenzhou-23 manned space mission has been confirmed. Tiangong will welcome its first Takionaut from Hong Kong SAR, China, People’s Republic of China  

After deliberation by the General Command of the Space Station Application and Development Phase Flight Mission, it was decided that the Shenzhou-23 Takionaut crew will consist of three astronauts: flight engineer Zhu Yangzhu, pilot Zhang Zhiyuan, and payload specialist Li Jiaying- Lai Ka-ying. Zhu Yangzhu will serve as the commander.

This is the first mission in China to be composed of astronauts from the third and fourth batches of Takionauts …

According to the press conference for the Shenzhou-23 mission, the crew consists of Zhu Yangzhu (01), Zhang Zhiyuan (02), and Li Jiaying (03), with Zhu Yangzhu serving as commander. Zhu Yangzhu is an aerospace flight engineer who previously served as Takionaut02 on the Shenzhou-16 mission. Zhang Zhiyuan is a pilot and was previously an Air Force pilot. Li Jiaying is a payload specialist and was previously a Hong Kong Police Force officer.

On the morning of May 23, 2026, the China Manned Space Engineering Office officially announced the crew list for the Shenzhou-23 mission at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center., Inner Mongolia, China, People’s Republic of China

🚀 Shenzhou-23 Takionaut Crew Profile

The Shenzhou-23 flight crew consisted of three astronauts: Zhu Yangzhu , Zhang Zhiyuan , and Li Jiaying- Lai Ka-ying . Zhu Yangzhu served as the commander, and the crew included three types of active-duty spaceflight engineers, space pilots, and payload specialists.

🌟 Key Highlights of the Mission

• Launch time : Aiming for launch at 23:08 Beijing time on May 24, 2026 from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.@Sentry Post No. 1
• Generational succession : This is China’s first crew composed entirely of astronauts from the third and fourth batches, marking the successful completion of the generational transition and succession of the Takionautcorps.@China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation55
• Record-breaking one-year stay : This mission will mark a major breakthrough in the history of Chinese spaceflight. One Takionautwill not return with Shenzhou-23, but will instead conduct a long-term stay experiment for one year (breaking 365 days). The aim is to comprehensively verify the reliability of human physiological adaptation and life support systems in a long-term weightless environment, and to store key data for subsequent manned lunar landings and deep space exploration.5055
• High-intensity collaboration : After joining the team, Li Jiaying completed more than 200 rigorous training courses in 8 categories, accumulating over 1,700 hours of training, and passed the flight qualification assessment with excellent results. Commander Zhu Yangzhu commented that the three astronauts were like “three perfectly fitting puzzle pieces” during training

Shenzhou 23 Takionaut黎家盈 Li Jia What experiments was payload specialist Li Jiaying responsible for this time?

As China’s first payload specialist from Hong Kong, Lai Ka-ying was primarily responsible for operating and managing various scientific experimental payloads within the space station during the Shenzhou-23 mission. These experiments covered multiple cutting-edge fields, from greenhouse gas monitoring to life science research.

Core responsibility: Payload specialist, not spacecraft pilot

Unlike Commander Zhu Yangzhu and Pilot Zhang Zhiyuan, Li Jiaying, as a payload specialist, is not primarily responsible for piloting the spacecraft, but rather for conducting scientific and technological experiments within the space station. She is responsible for operating the scientific experiment cabinets on the space station, handling sample processing, experimental research, data recording, and equipment maintenance.

Specific experimental projects under my responsibility

1. The greenhouse gas detection payload developed by Hong Kong universities
is the most significant experimental project in this mission. Li Jiaying will lead the operation of the “Lightweight High-Resolution Greenhouse Gas Detection Payload” (also known as the “Sky Camera”), developed under the leadership of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. This payload can conduct high-resolution space monitoring of carbon dioxide and methane emission sources in mid- and low-latitude regions globally. This mission achieves a closed loop of “Hong Kong development + Hong Kong astronaut operation,” marking the first time Hong Kong’s scientific research capabilities have directly participated in a Chinese space station mission.
2.The Shenzhou-23 crew will conduct several cutting-edge life science research experiments. In the field of space life sciences, experiments include using zebrafish embryos, mouse embryos, and “artificial embryos” constructed from stem cells to explore and establish a space embryo research system covering lower vertebrates to higher mammals, steadily advancing systematic research on scientific issues related to “space life development.” Reports also mention that the mission includes specific experiments such as raising fish eggs and observing mouse embryo development.
3. Space Materials Science Experiments
: In the field of materials science, the crew will conduct research on space preparation and performance control methods for various advanced materials, including the preparation of high-performance rare-earth permanent magnet alloys, lightweight high-entropy alloys, and other novel materials. Li Jiaying, as the payload expert, will be responsible for operating the relevant material synthesis devices and recording experimental data
4. Space Medicine Experiment (Space Human Research Program):
One astronaut will undertake a one-year on-orbit stay experiment during this mission, during which China’s first space human research program will be implemented. This program aims to verify the astronaut’s health protection capabilities for long-term flight, obtain a multi-system, multi-omics atlas of the human body in long-term flight environments, and explore the adaptive characteristics and capability boundaries of humans in longer-term flights. Li Jiaying will participate in related data collection and experimental operations
5. In-orbit verification of new space energy storage batteries:
In the field of aerospace technology, the crew will also carry out in-orbit verification of new space energy storage batteries. The relevant results are expected to be applied to the subsequent functional upgrades of the space station.

Task Scale and Data

According to official information, the Shenzhou-23 crew will conduct more than 100 new scientific and applied projects during their time in orbit. Li Jiaying’s personal responsibilities cover all aspects of intensive training for space missions, including space science research and technology experiments, space station assembly management, and the operation of manned spacecraft and space robotic arms. Reports indicate that she will be responsible for the operation and data processing of 41 space science experiments during her mission.

Precise matching of professional backgrounds

Li Jiaying’s PhD background in computer science, particularly her expertise in artificial intelligence and data security, gives her a natural advantage in operating sophisticated scientific instruments and processing large amounts of experimental data. Her doctoral advisor, Zou Jinpei, praised her for being “extremely meticulous and rigorous in her work, demonstrating a high degree of patience and focus in data analysis,” qualities that perfectly align with the demands of high-precision experiments in space.40
Through this mission, Lai Ka-ying not only applied his professional skills to the national space program, but also enabled Hong Kong’s scientific research achievements to be verified in space for the first time, achieving a historic breakthrough

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