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CASC Tiangong Space Station (CSS)

CASC · Space Station / Crewed Microgravity Research / National Prestige · China · Digital Age (2010–present)

CASC Tiangong Space Station (CSS) — Space Station / Crewed Microgravity Research / National Prestige
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The Tiangong space station is a space station in low Earth orbit (LEO). It is operated by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) as part of the China Manned Space Program. It is a space laboratory that hosts scientific experiments involving bioastronautics, microgravity physics, materials science and space technology. The station is permanently crewed, hosting a standard crew of three astronauts and six during handovers. Alongside the International Space Station (ISS), it is one of the only two currently operational space stations.

Specifications

Category
Space
Sub-Category
Space Station
Domain
Civil
Era
Digital Age (2010–present)
Country
China
Manufacturer
CASC
Operator
CMSA / CNSA
Primary Role
Space Station / Crewed Microgravity Research / National Prestige
Status
In Service
Service Entry
2021
Produced
1
Unit Cost (2026$)
~$8–10B
Launch
Long March 5B (modules)
MTOW (lb)
110000