China's Chang'e-6 Lunar Mission Makes History
In a groundbreaking achievement, China’s Chang’e-6 probe has successfully collected samples from the far side of the moon, marking the first time lunar exploration has reached this distant region. The mission spent 48 hours in the South Pole-Aitken Basin, executing intelligent and rapid sampling before transferring the materials to storage devices onboard the ascender. Launched on May 3, Chang’e-6 is now orbiting the moon, preparing for its return to Earth, where the collected samples will offer valuable insights to global researchers about the moon’s composition and history.
Boeing's Starliner Blasts Off on First Crewed Mission
Boeing, in collaboration with NASA, has launched the first crewed mission of the next-generation Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS). After several delays, the CST-100 Starliner took off from Florida this Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in Boeing’s efforts to compete with SpaceX’s rapidly advancing space program. The mission will involve precise maneuvers to dock with the ISS, stay docked for approximately eight days, and safely return the astronauts to Earth. Successful completion of this mission is crucial for Starliner to gain NASA certification for routine astronaut missions.
C919 Jetliner Completes First Cross-Border Flight
China’s domestically produced C919 jetliner has embarked on its first commercial cross-border chartered flight, flying from Shanghai to carry over 100 young talents from Hong Kong on June 1. This flight comes one year after the C919’s inaugural commercial journey and follows three domestic routes that have already transported nearly 300,000 passengers. The successful operation of the C919 marks a significant step forward in China’s aviation industry, showcasing the aircraft’s capability in connecting different regions and supporting the mobility of young professionals.
Breakthrough in AI Technology: The 'Brain-Inspired' Speck Chip
Chinese researchers have unveiled Speck, a revolutionary low-power “brain-inspired” AI chip designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Speck integrates a dynamic visual sensor with a neuromorphic chip within a single device, achieving exceptionally low power consumption during rest. Published in the journal Nature Communications, this innovation represents a major advancement towards mimicking the efficiency of the human brain, paving the way for more sustainable and powerful AI technologies.
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