The Tianwen-2 probe has been operating smoothly in orbit for over eight days and has now traveled more than 3 million kilometers from Earth, according to the China National Space Administration (CNSA).
Alongside this milestone, the CNSA released a striking image from Tianwen-2 showing one of its solar panels fully unfolded. This first snapshot offers a clear sign that the probe's power systems are functioning as it ventures into deep space.
For space and tech enthusiasts worldwide, reaching the 3 million kilometer mark so early underlines the precision and planning behind modern exploration missions.
This milestone is a first glimpse into Tianwen-2's capabilities as it powers up for the next phases of its journey beyond our planet.
As updates continue to arrive, they provide a real-time look at solar-powered design in action and spark new conversations about the future of interplanetary exploration.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
