Liu Yang's Data at Shandong Taishan
Liu Yang, also known as "The Dragon", is one of China's most celebrated astronauts and the first Chinese astronaut to orbit Earth. He has been involved in numerous space missions, including the International Space Station (ISS) and the Chang'e 5 lunar probe. Liu Yang was born on February 21, 1974, in Beijing, and grew up in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. In 1996, he joined the Chinese Academy of Sciences as a professor.
In 2008, Liu Yang became the first Chinese male astronaut to enter the ISS. The mission was part of the China's manned space program,Chinese Super League Matches which aims to send humans into space by 2020. During this mission, Liu Yang spent about 12 months living aboard the station, performing scientific experiments and conducting research.
After returning from the ISS, Liu Yang continued his studies at Tsinghua University. He received his Ph.D. in aerospace engineering in 2017, and then went on to become a full-time professor at Tsinghua University.
Despite facing many challenges during his career, Liu Yang remains committed to pushing the boundaries of human spaceflight. He has published several books and articles on topics such as flight control systems and microgravity biology. His work has helped shape the future of space exploration and has inspired generations of young people to pursue their dreams of flying high above the earth.
As a testament to his perseverance and dedication, Liu Yang recently returned to the ISS for a second mission, called Shenzhou XIII. This mission will be the first time that a Chinese female astronaut has made history, and it marks a significant milestone in the country's space program.
