The Chinese Shenzhou III satellite reentry module

The Chinese Shenzhou III satellite reentry module landed safely by parachute in Inner Mongolia on Mar. 31 after making 108 orbits during a seven-day flight. The mission was the third unmanned test of China's manned spacecraft design. The vehicle's orbital module will continue to function in space...

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