Do you know which countries in the world have been approved to carry Chang'e-6 to carry the lunar payload scientific experiment together during China's Chang'e-6 lunar landing mission?
What I am here today is to bring you an inventory of the "four countries in the world that have been approved to carry China's Chang'e-6 for lunar payload missions", come and take a look at why we will allow these countries to participate in the lunar mission together in the process of the mainland Chang'e-6 lunar mission? Is this good or bad for us?
This time, the data is based on the data on the "Chang'e-6 lunar mission" on the official website of China's authoritative space authority, the China National Space Administration, on May 16, 2024.
Astronauts of China Aerospace on a mission to the moon
The "China National Space Administration" ("China National Space Administration" for short) is a government agency on the mainland that is mainly responsible for civil space management and international space cooperation. Therefore, the "content" that they can't send is still relatively referenced, and everyone can come over together to learn this "knowledge", which is also okay.
This time, on the latest "Chang'e-6 Lunar Landing Mission" displayed on their official website, they introduced in detail the overall engineering of China's Chang'e-6: the overall project and the mission introduction of the main systems such as probes, launch vehicles, launch sites, TT&C and recovery, and ground applications, as well as various payload scientific experiments carried during the lunar landing mission.
Today, because of the limited space, I will mainly talk about the "four countries" that have been approved to participate in the research together in these payload science experiments.
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Four countries that have been approved to carry Chang'e-6 on a payload mission to the moon
4th: France
France, the full name of the "French Republic", is located in the western part of Europe, adjacent to Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Spain, Andorra and other countries and regions, as of January 2024, the total population of France is about 68.37 million.
This time, according to the official website of the "China National Space Administration", there is a detailed description of France's participation in carrying Chang'e-6 to carry out scientific experiments on the lunar payload:
China's Chang'e-6 mission to the moon is not only a milestone in China's space history, but also a model of international cooperation in the field of space research.
During the mission, Chinese scientists carefully planned a number of scientific experiments, including a payload science experiment with a radon detector in cooperation with France, the core of which was to detect radon levels on the surface of the moon and beneath the depths, with the aim of revealing the secrets of the moon's internal structure and geological activity through the analysis of these data.
The research process began with close communication and collaboration between scientists from both sides, with a team of Chinese and French experts discussing the design, functionality, and scientific objectives of the rover, as well as ensuring that it could adapt to the extreme environmental conditions of the Moon. For example, factors such as temperature differences on the lunar surface, radiation, and dust to ensure the accuracy and stability of the instrument.
A high-level visit from France to China's aerospace industry
After the successful landing of Chang'e-6, the radon detector uses highly sensitive sensors to detect radon signals released from the moon's surface, which are converted into data and then transmitted back to Earth for scientists to analyze and interpret. By combining these data, scientists can speculate about the structural composition of the Moon's interior and may even discover whether there is geological activity inside the Moon.
The significance of this study cannot be underestimated.
Because it can help us to understand the origin and evolutionary history of the moon more deeply: the composition and changes of the moon as a close neighbor of the earth are crucial to the study of the history of the earth and the entire solar system.
Second, the data from the radon detector may reveal whether the moon has the potential to serve as a future base for human space exploration, which is of guiding significance for human lunar development plans.
It can be said that the success of this cooperation between "China and France" has set a good example for international scientific cooperation, demonstrating the high level of scientific achievements that can be achieved between different countries through the sharing of resources and wisdom.
In this study, Chinese and French scientists face challenges together, share knowledge and learn from each other. This cross-border cooperation not only deepens scientific exchanges between the two countries, but also contributes valuable experience and data to the global cause of space exploration.
On the road of continuous exploration of the universe in the future, such international cooperation projects are undoubtedly an important force to promote scientific progress.
"China and France" signed a space cooperation agreement
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Four countries that have been approved to carry Chang'e-6 on a payload mission to the moon
3rd: Italy
Italy, full name: Republic of Italy, is located in southern Europe, adjacent to France, Switzerland, Austria, the Adriatic Sea and other countries and regions, as of January 2023, the total population of Italy is about 58.85 million.
This time, according to the official website of the "China National Space Administration", Italy's participation in the scientific experiment of carrying Chang'e-6 to the moon payload is detailed:
The Chang'e-6 mission to the moon is equipped with a laser corner reflector made in Italy, which is of great significance for the promotion of geophysics, lunar science and international scientific cooperation.
Because this scientific device is able to accurately reflect laser beams emitted from the ground, by measuring the time it takes for the laser to go back and forth, scientists can calculate the change in distance between the surface of the moon and the Earth. Such data is crucial for understanding the dynamics of the Earth-Moon relationship, and they can help scientists more accurately predict changes in the Moon's orbit, which in turn will affect the Earth's tides, climate, and even geophysics studies.
China and Italy signed a joint agreement on space cooperation
In fact, it is no accident that the Italian laser corner reflector was carried in the Chang'e-6 mission, which can be said to be the result of long-term exchanges and cooperation between scientists of "China and Italy", and it is also a manifestation of China's active participation in international scientific cooperation.
During the R&D process, Chinese and Italian engineers and scientists worked together to overcome many technical challenges, from design and testing to final integration, every step of the way condensed the wisdom and sweat of the teams of both countries.
The significance of this experiment lies not only in the acquisition of scientific data, but also in the fact that it provides a valuable reference for future deep space exploration. For example, by analyzing the data collected by laser corner reflectors, scientists can better understand the geological structure of the lunar surface, provide a scientific basis for future lunar base construction, and the data can also help improve simulations of the Earth-Moon system and improve understanding of the dynamics of other planets and moons in the solar system.
In addition, the use of laser corner reflectors in Italy has facilitated international scientific exchanges: scientists from different countries and institutions have shared data and research results, jointly advancing the progress of lunar science. This model of international cooperation provides an example of how scientific research should transcend national borders and achieve resource sharing and knowledge exchange in the context of globalization, while also laying a solid foundation for future deep space exploration missions.
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Four countries that have been approved to carry Chang'e-6 on a payload mission to the moon
No. 2: Pakistan
Pakistan, full name: Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is located in the northwest of the South Asian subcontinent, adjacent to India, China, Afghanistan, Iran, the Arabian Sea and other countries and regions, as of 2023, the total population of Pakistan is about 240 million.
This time, according to the official website of the "China National Space Administration", Pakistan's participation in the scientific experiment of carrying Chang'e-6 to the moon payload is detailed in detail:
In the Chang'e-6 lunar landing mission, China's aerospace industry carried out payload scientific experiments by carrying Pakistan's CubeSat, once again showing a new height of international cooperation, a milestone event that not only deepened the friendly relations between China and Pakistan, but also made an important contribution to the space exploration of all mankind.
As a matter of fact, as early as the preparatory stage of the mission, the teams of scientists from "China and Pakistan" have not only conducted countless discussions and simulations on the design and manufacture of the Pakistani CubeSat, but have also incorporated the latest space technology and innovative concepts of "China and Pakistan" to enable them to adapt to the extreme environmental conditions of the moon and complete the established scientific experiment tasks.
Scientists from both countries have laid out a number of fields of scientific research for the CubeSat's payload, including geology, mineralogy, and environmental exploration, and through detailed scanning and analysis of the lunar surface, scientists hope to answer many questions about the moon's composition, structure, and history.
China and Pakistan signed an agreement on cooperation in manned spaceflight
In addition, the experiment also aims to test trace elements in lunar soil, which has important guiding significance for future lunar resource development.
At the technical level, the cooperation between Chang'e-6 and Pakistan's CubeSat demonstrates a new mode of space exploration: CubeSat, as a small, low-cost satellite platform, its flexibility and adaptability provide new possibilities for future space exploration. At the same time, this cooperation model also provides a reference for other countries to jointly promote the development of space science through international cooperation to share costs and technologies.
The significance of this cooperation goes far beyond the scientific experiment itself, as it also symbolizes the in-depth exchanges and mutual trust between China and Pakistan in the field of science and technology, and sets an example for cooperation between the two countries and the wider international community in the field of space exploration. This will not only help promote the development of global space technology, but also provide new perspectives and tools for solving problems on Earth.
In the future, we look forward to more similar international cooperation projects, which will become bright spots in the history of human space exploration, just like Chang'e-6 and Pakistan's CubeSat, and contribute to the progress and development of all mankind.
Pakistan "CubeSat"
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Four countries that have been approved to carry Chang'e-6 on a payload mission to the moon
1st : European countries - ESA
ESA, full name: European Space Agency, referred to as "ESA" or "ESA", founded in 1975, is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to space exploration in Europe, currently has 22 member states including: the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Luxembourg, the Czech Republic, etc., headquartered in Paris, France.
This time, according to the official website of the "China National Space Administration", the European Space Agency's participation in the scientific experiment of carrying Chang'e-6 to the moon payload is detailed:
In the Chang'e-6 lunar mission, the cooperation between China and the European Space Agency can be said to be particularly eye-catching, and the two sides jointly carried the lunar surface negative ion analyzer for the Chang'e-6 lunar mission, opening up a new world for human lunar scientific research.
As early as the mission planning stage, the Chinese team of scientists had many in-depth exchanges with experts from the European Space Agency, and the two sides fully discussed the design, function and scientific objectives of the lunar surface negative ion analyzer to ensure that this important payload can adapt to the extreme environment of the moon and obtain effective data.
The core task of the lunar surface negative ion analyzer is to study the distribution of negative ions on the lunar surface and their formation mechanism, which are of great significance for understanding the material composition of the lunar surface, the interaction between the solar wind and lunar soil, and even the entire lunar surface environment. During the experiment, the instrument needs to withstand intense cosmic radiation and extreme temperature differences, which places extremely high demands on the design and selection of materials for the equipment.
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After countless simulations and improvements, the Lunar Surface Negative Ion Analyzer is finally ready, using advanced sensor technology and data processing systems to accurately measure negative ions in different energy ranges and transmit the data back to Earth in real time.
After the Chang'e-6 lander successfully landed in a predetermined area of the moon, the instrument, developed by China and the European Space Agency, gradually revealed many secrets of the lunar surface. Scientists have found that the distribution of negative ions on the lunar surface is closely related to the geological activity on the lunar surface. In addition, they can also reflect the degree of influence of solar wind on lunar soil, which has an important guiding role for future lunar exploration and utilization.
Moreover, the results of this experiment have also deepened mankind's understanding of the lunar environment and provided a valuable scientific basis for the establishment of a lunar base in the future.
In addition, this cooperation model between China and the EU has set an example for international space cooperation, demonstrated the great advantages of sharing scientific research resources and complementing each other's advantages, provided new research directions and ideas for researchers around the world, and promoted the overall progress of lunar and deep space exploration technology.
In the future, China will continue to deepen mankind's understanding of the moon and the entire universe through such cross-border scientific cooperation, and make greater contributions to future space exploration and world peace.
International astronauts watch the rocket take off
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The "four countries and international organizations" mentioned above are the "four countries" that have been approved to carry Chang'e-6 to the lunar payload mission in the latest "Chang'e-6 Lunar Mission" displayed on the official website of the "China National Space Administration".
Since ancient times, the Moon has been one of the mysterious areas for humans to explore the universe.
In our unremitting pursuit of space, China's aerospace industry can be said to have been at the forefront, especially the Chang'e series of lunar exploration projects, which have won the world's attention with their outstanding scientific achievements and far-reaching influence.
Moreover, this time, our Chang'e-6 carried the payloads of four countries and international organizations, including France, Italy, Pakistan and the European Space Agency, which is actually equivalent to bringing a group notary to conduct physical training, so that the whole world can check the true achievements of China's aerospace.
Looking back to the past and now, we have gone from "don't take me to play" to now: I can play with whoever I want, which can be said to be quite tough.
In particular, a high-definition detailed map of China's lunar surface was unveiled before, and the Chang'e landing site was clear at a glance, and even the United States issued a very strong reaction.
However, when countries around the world asked the United States to mark the Apollo moon landing site like China, the United States was vague, and the result naturally attracted questions from all countries in the world.
Could it be that the Apollo moon landing program previously disclosed by the United States was really fake?
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