China's Tianzhou 2 Will Test Giant Robotic Arm: Lifting, Grabbin 20-Tonne Object, and Other Features

China's Tianzhou 2 will soon take advantage of a new giant Chinese robotic arm. This massive machine is expected to help build the first Chinese space station.

However, the Chinese space agency still needs to conduct some tests and experiments before the new robot enters actual operation in space.

Previously, the Asian country decided to postpone the launch of its cargo spacecraft.

China explained that the launch was delayed because it had some technical difficulties. As of the moment, the Chinese space authorities haven't confirmed the exact launch date of its Tianzhou 2.

Although this is the case, they said the delayed launch will give them more time to conduct various essential tests and experiments. These activities will help them determine if the new giant robotic claw is already prepared to enter the space.

Tianzhou 2's Giant Claw Machine

According to South China Morning Post's latest report, China's new giant robotic arm is a powerful 10-meter claw machine. This giant machine has the capability to carry and grab a 20-tonne object.

Aside from this, the Chinese space authorities also explained that the new robotic arm is specifically designed to crawl all over the surface of the upcoming Chinese space station.

Once the Asian country deploys this gigantic robotic arm, it will be China's first time to launch a large-scale and sophisticated robotic technology in space.

Furthermore, the Chinese space agency explained that it will make sure that the new machine works properly before it is given tasks to help astronauts set up the new space station.

China's Other Space Innovations

On the other hand, China's Zhurong Mars Rover made a touchdown in the Red Planet. And now, China released the space rover's first images on Mars.

These photos revealed the current situation of the rover on the Red Planet. Various sources, including BBC, also shared the images with the public so that they can what China's Zhurong Mars Rover looks like on the planet. You can click this link to see the actual photos.

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Written by: Griffin Davis