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Chinese Taikonauts Use AI for First Spacewalk Efficiency

8/20/2025

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Taikonauts on China's Tiangong space station used an AI model during their third spacewalk, its first orbital application.
The AI, delivered on July 15, is based on a Chinese open-source model and aids operational tasks.
It offers timely access to work schedules and guidance, improving mission efficiency.
The AI connects space and ground systems for enhanced analysis and mission planning.

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Story summary

Taikonauts on China's Tiangong space station used an AI model during their third spacewalk, its first orbital application.
The AI, delivered on July 15, is based on a Chinese open-source model and aids operational tasks.
It offers timely access to work schedules and guidance, improving mission efficiency.
The AI connects space and ground systems for enhanced analysis and mission planning.