They're wasting no time.
The next laboratory segment, which is the space station's final piece and dubbed Mengtian, could launch as soon as October, if everything goes according to plan.A crew of three astronauts, who have been on board the Tiangong since early June, assisted during docking procedures. The crew is scheduled to stay on board the station for six months.
Wentian will allow scientists to study how multiple species of plants, animals and microorganisms grow in space, according toTwo massive solar panel wings will power the module, giving it a total span of 180 feet. The module also features a backup urine recycling system, in case Tiangong's existing one ever fails.
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