Crewed lunar landing target
| By 2030 |
| What are permanently shadowed regions |
Areas near poles that never receive sunlight; can preserve water ice |
| What is in-situ resource utilisation |
Using local materials for construction or production in space |
FAQs
Q1: When is China’s Chang’e-7 mission scheduled to launch?
Ans: It is scheduled for launch in the second half of 2026.
Q2: What is the main scientific goal of Chang’e-7?
Ans: To search for water ice and other volatile substances in permanently shadowed regions near the Moon’s south pole.
Q3: Which crater is the preferred landing site for Chang’e-7?
Ans: The rim of Shackleton crater.
Q4: What will Chang’e-8 test on the Moon?
Ans: It will test in-situ resource utilisation, including 3D-printing with lunar soil.
Q5: When does China plan to build the International Lunar Research Station?
Ans: The station is planned to be built starting from 2031 at the lunar south pole.
Month: Current Affairs - May 24, 2026
Category: Science - Technology, Space