A landmark museum commemorating China's groundbreaking achievements in nuclear and space technology has reopened its doors to the public, marking the 60th anniversary of the nation's first atomic bomb test.
The Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has transformed the site of a former rocket test base on the Huairou campus of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing's suburbs into a state-of-the-art memorial museum. Originally inaugurated in 2015, the museum has attracted over 430,000 visitors before its recent upgrade.
During the 1960s and 1970s, more than 17,000 researchers from over 40 CAS-affiliated institutions collaborated on the development of the "two bombs, one satellite." Among the 23 national honorees recognized for their significant contributions, 21 are esteemed academicians of the CAS, with 17 having previously worked at the academy.
Hou Xun, a CAS academician and researcher from the Xi'an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics, emphasized the resilience and ingenuity of the Chinese scientists who overcame numerous technological challenges under harsh conditions. He expressed hope that the new generation of scientists and technologists will continue to uphold and advance the spirit of the "two bombs, one satellite."
The museum houses an impressive collection of relics, including manuscripts from the founding pioneers of China's nuclear and space programs, the country's first artificial satellite, and detailed blueprints and models of essential scientific instruments and equipment used during the development of these programs. Visitors can explore these exhibits to gain a deeper understanding of China's remarkable scientific legacy.
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Chinese museum commemorating "two bombs, one satellite" reopens
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