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China News: China's Chang'e-6 probe enters lunar orbit after near-moon braking

  

May 9, 2024     Share on   facebook   Twitter

The latest milestone in China's lunar exploration program has been achieved as the Chang'e-6 probe successfully entered lunar orbit following a meticulously executed braking manoeuvre near the moon's surface. Cheng Yanhe, a key member of the Beijing Aerospace Control Center, confirmed the probe's trajectory adjustment, marking a critical step in the mission's progression. This accomplishment underscores China's growing prowess in space exploration.