The WeMartians Podcast delves into all aspects of the exploration of Mars, including robotic/human spacecraft and rocket engineering, planetary science, astronomy and other upcoming technology. Our episodes are research-supported and feature topical audio clips and special guests.
116 - China and the Planets (feat. Andrew Jones)
China has recently released a white paper outlining the next five years in spaceflight and it includes some interesting plans for the exploration of the planets. From lunar ambitions to Martian ones, Jupiter and beyond, China has big sights set. Andrew Jones returns to the show to talk about these plans and what China hopes to accomplish.
We talk Zhurong, Chang'e, and the Chinese National Space Administration
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Pioneer 10 was the first spacecraft to cross the asteroid belt and explore Jupiter up close!