China Launches Shenzhou 23 Mission with Historic One-Year Space Stay
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Mission Name | Shenzhou 23 |
| Launch Site | Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, Northwestern China |
| Destination | Tiangong Space Station |
| Astronauts On Board | • Zhu Yangzhu (Mission Commander) • Zhang Zhiyuan (Crew Member) • Lai Ka-ying (Li Jiaying) (Crew Member) |
| Scientific Objectives | Study human adaptability, physical/psychological endurance, space medicine, and health monitoring during long-duration missions. |
| Experiments | Space biology, medical science, materials research, human physiology, and technology demonstrations. |

