China’s spacesuit prove their durability in Tiangong’s extravehicular missions
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Chinese astronauts have successfully used Feitian spacesuits for multiple extravehicular activities (EVAs) outside the Tiangong space station, exceeding their expected 15-EVA lifespan. Weighing 286 pounds and costing $4.14 million each, these suits provide protection and life support for up to 8 hours in space. Recently, Chinese astronauts set a new record for the longest single spacewalk at 9 hours and 6 minutes, surpassing NASA's previous record.
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