Millions of IPs create science and technology talents to strengthen the country丨China's aerospace industry lights up the road to exploring the universe

Exploring the mysteries of the universe has been the unremitting pursuit of the Chinese nation for thousands of years. From the successful launch of the "Dongfanghong-1" satellite to the brilliant achievements of manned space flight and lunar exploration projects, every step embodies the wisdom and sweat of the Chinese nation.

Entering the 21st century, especially in the past decade, China's aerospace science and technology has become an important force in promoting national rejuvenation. The BeiDou-3 global satellite navigation system was built and put into operation, providing accurate navigation services for global users; the lunar exploration project achieved the three-step strategy of "orbiting, landing, and returning" and successfully completed various tasks; the planetary exploration mission "Tianwen-1" successfully orbited and landed on Mars and carried out patrol exploration; the high-resolution earth observation system provided important data for earth science research; the Chinese space station was fully built and transferred to long-term operation, becoming a new platform for international space cooperation and scientific research; the space science pilot project successfully launched multiple scientific satellites, promoting the in-depth development of space science research.

Space technology is a key indicator of a country's comprehensive strength, and an independent, well-equipped, and technologically advanced aerospace industrial system is the cornerstone of realizing the modernization of space technology. The rapid development of China's aerospace industry not only demonstrates the country's scientific and technological strength and innovation capabilities, but also reflects the forward-looking nature of the national strategy. With the continuous advancement of aerospace technology and the expansion of its application areas, China's influence and competitiveness on the global aerospace stage are increasing, contributing significantly to the country's prosperity and development and the well-being of its people.

China's aerospace technology is like a brave explorer, always shouldering the responsibility of protecting the homeland and promoting economic development. Since the early days of reform and opening up, China's aerospace industry has focused on practical satellite technology under the guidance of the Party Central Committee and promoted the rapid growth of applied satellite technology. By the 1990s, China had been able to independently develop and launch scientific satellites and deep space probes, and established a powerful ground support system, laying a solid foundation for exploring the mysteries of the universe.

We are deeply proud of China's brilliant achievements in space exploration. Manned space flight has made great strides. From manned spacecraft to space laboratories to the construction and operation of space stations, China has become one of the world's space powers. In terms of deep space exploration, the Chang'e and Tianwen probes continue to break records. Chang'e-4 landed on the far side of the moon for the first time, Chang'e-5 brought back lunar soil samples, and Tianwen-1 successfully landed on Mars and carried out patrol exploration. The Beidou navigation system has become an important global infrastructure, providing all-weather, high-precision positioning services. Space science satellites have made breakthroughs in frontier exploration, enhancing China's international influence in science and technology.

China's aerospace technology, like a bright star, illuminates our path to explore the universe, contributing Chinese wisdom and strength to the scientific and technological progress and well-being of mankind. Looking to the future, China's aerospace industry will continue to shoulder its mission, climb to new heights, and write more glorious chapters on the road to exploring the universe.

Text: Zhu Yehua, PhD, Tsinghua University, Editor

Reviewer: Ju Qiang, China Science and Technology Press, Deputy Editor