China Achieves Major Breakthroughs in Spacecraft Technology

The Chinese Academy of Sciences announced major breakthroughs in spacecraft technology, highlighted by the successful launch of the Qingzhou experiment spacecraft on March 30. Key advancements include ultra-precise spacecraft health monitoring systems and astronaut medical support technologies, which are expected to improve safety and efficiency for China's space station.

The Harbin Institute of Technology successfully tested a laser measurement device capable of detecting structural deformations with micrometer-level accuracy, maintaining reliability in highly disruptive environments. Additionally, Shanghai Jiao Tong University unveiled a micro-optic gyroscope, roughly the size of a grain of rice, providing navigation-grade accuracy without the need for active temperature control.

Shenzhen University introduced technologies aimed at reducing mission costs, while the Institute of Mechanics Chinese Academy of Sciences developed a flexible spider leg-inspired gripper for capturing objects without causing damage. These innovations also support orbit debris removal and spacecraft rescue operations.

Furthermore, scientists tested a space refrigeration upgrade using a vapor compression system, demonstrating reliable operation in zero gravity for low-cost scientific sample storage during missions.