Long March 5B | Tianhe

The Long March 5B mission, designated as Tianhe, is a human exploration mission launched by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. The primary payload is the Tianhe space station core module, which will serve as the primary living quarters and life support system for future crew members. This mission marks a significant milestone in China's space program, as it represents the first step towards establishing a permanent space station. The Long March 5B rocket, a heavy-lift launch vehicle, will place the Tianhe module into a low Earth orbit. This mission is notable for being the first flight of the Long March 5B rocket, which features a modified core stage and a new payload fairing.

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