Chinese developers announced the creation of a new generation of spaceships, which will be called “Mengzhou” (“Dream Ship”). A statement containing relevant content was published on the official site. Web site People’s Flight Program Office of the People’s Republic of China.
The publication states that these devices will be offered in two versions. In the first case, it is planned to be used for orbital missions, in the second – for the development of the country’s lunar program.
At the same time, the landing module to be installed on ships of the second option will be called “Lan Yue” (“Embracing the Moon”). It is a reference to the poem “In Nine Days You Can Fly to the Moon” written by Mao Zedong, the first president of the People’s Republic of China.
Other details regarding the technical specifications of the “Dream Boats” have not been announced yet.
On February 3, 2024, the Chinese company Geely Holding Group, which is considered one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the country, reported about plans to develop its own satellite system. In the statement, it was emphasized that the holding has currently launched 11 devices into orbit. The company needs to provide more accurate navigation for its driverless vehicles.
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