China has developed and run a trial of its "four-second electromagnetic catapult microgravity experimental device."
The device uses electromagnetic ejection to create a microgravity experimental environment on the ground, and is expected to improve technological testing conditions. It's hoped it will benefit research, including for China's space station, lunar and Mars exploration.
2016 has seen the successful launch of two new cryogenic rockets, including the massive Long March 5, a human spaceflight mission in preparation for the country’s space station, intriguing space science missions and more. And on Saturday China will look to set a new nati...
Starting from scratch, China's manned space program is now witnessing a rapid growth of international cooperation. In the future, China will continue to be open to cooperation, explore space and utilize space technologies for the benefit of people of all countries.
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