From November 8 to 13, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) exhibits to visitors the "space home" -a life-size Tiangong space station replica in the 14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition held in Zhuhai, Guangdong.
(Photo: Nanfang Daily)
The space station consists of the replicas of Tianhe (天和) core module, Wentian (问天) lab capsule, and Mengtian (梦天) lab capsule, and has a layout of a T-shape structure.
The elbow room of the capsule is over 110 cubic meters with 2 crew exit hatches and 1 cargo airlock cabin. It has 6 sleeping areas and 2 health areas, which can support the long-term residence of 3 people and short-term residence of 6 people.
The display replica is equipped with special lighting effects, an air conditioning system, and other facilities committed to bringing the audience a new, lifelike space exploration experience.
In addition, facilities including a water dispenser, refrigerators, and treadmills that taikonauts use in orbit, are also displayed for public view.
Author | Clarice
Editors | Wing, Olivia, Abby, Jerry
