China to Launch New Moon Orbiter in 2010

China, somewhat of a new player on the international space scene, apparently wants to make up for the time it lost in front of the United States, Europe, and Russia. Having successfully launched its first unmanned lunar probe in 2007, the country is currently aiming at a 2010 deadline for the... [ read more >> ]

China wants to launch a new lunar orbiter by 2010 and a lander by 2013

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China wants to launch a new lunar orbiter by 2010 and a lander by 2013