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Chinese spacecraft begins 53-day journey to collect soil and rocks and bring them back to Earth for scientific study.

During their six-month stay on the Tiangong space station, the Chinese astronauts will carry out experiments on fish in a step towards raising other animals in space.

Large-scale chip testing in orbit is crucial for the space ambitions of China, which believes its biggest competitive pressure no longer comes from Nasa but from private space companies.

Equipment developed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics to analyse interstellar gas has yet to receive an export licence.

Research by space agency team finds competing networks could harm each other, with an advantage to the smaller constellation.

Will it be possible for Washington to stall Beijing’s progress in space technology?

Computer experiment suggests a warhead detonated in near space could disable threats such as SpaceX’s Starlink satellites while sparing ‘friendly’ spacecraft.

Low-cost, lightweight polymer allows national banner to ‘fly with the wind’ on red planet and could be used in interplanetary travel and space infrastructure projects.

The arm is suited for tasks that require agility and precision, such as repairs of the Tiangong’s exterior and installation of scientific instruments.