载人航天manned space flight多人多天太空飞行multi-manned and multi-day space flight载人航天计划manned space program航天飞机space shuttle载人飞船manned spaceship/ spacecraft无人飞船unmanned spaceship / spacecraft试验太空船Experimental Spacecraft多级火箭multistage rocket太空舱capsule返回式卫星recoverable satellite通信卫星communication satellite太阳同步轨道卫星satellite in Sun-synchronous orbit同步轨道卫星geosynchronous satellite遥感卫星remote sensing satellite运载火箭carrier rocket; rocket launcher长征二号F运载火箭Long March II F carrier rocket有效载荷能力payload capability近地轨道low Earth orbit调整轨道fine-tune orbit绕地球飞行orbit the earth气象卫星weather satellite/meteorological satelliteanned space flight多级火箭multistage rocket太空舱capsule运载火箭carrier rocket; rocket launcher长征二号F运载火箭Long March II F carrier rocket 有效载荷能力payload capability绕地球飞行orbit the earth气象卫星weather satellite / meteorological satellite 太阳同步轨道卫星satellite in Sun-synchronous orbit 同步轨道卫星geosynchronous satelliteorbital modulere-entry modulepropelling modulecommand moduleservice modulelunar modulelaunch pad紧急供氧装置emergency oxygen apparatus空间物理探测space physics exploration国际空间站International Space Station太阳能电池板solar panel太空升降舱space elevator哈勃太空望远镜Hubble Space Telescope月球车lunar rover外太空outer space; deep space银河系Milky Way阿波罗号宇宙飞船Apollo中国空间技术研究院CAST(the Chinese Academy ofSpace Technology)中国航天局CNSA（China National Space Administration）美国航空航天管理局NASA(The National Aeronautics and Space Administration)太空服space outfits(space suits）太空食物space food着陆区landing area主着陆场main landing field/ primary landing siteaccess flap 接口盖antenna 天线artificial satellite 人造卫星ascent stage 上升段astronaut 航天员capsule 太空舱来源carrier rocket; rocket launcher 运载火箭CAST(the Chinese Academy of Space Technology) 中国空间技术研究院CNSA（China National Space Administration）中国航天局command module 指令舱communication satellite 通信卫星descent stage 下降段directional antenna 定向天线emergency oxygen apparatus 应急供氧装置Experimental Spacecraft 试验太空船fine-tune orbit 调整轨道geosynchronous satellite 同步轨道卫星hatch 舱口Hubble Space Telescope 哈勃太空望远镜International Space Station 国际空间站ladder 扶梯landing area 着陆区landing pad 着陆架launch a satellite 发射卫星launch pad 发射台life support system 生命维持系统LM-maneuvering rockets 登月舱机动火箭Long March II F carrier rocket 长征二号F运载火箭low Earth orbit 近地轨道lunar module 登月舱lunar rover 月球车main landing field/ primary landing site 主着陆场manned space 载人航天计划manned space flight 载人航天manned spaceship/ spacecraft 载人飞船Milky Way 银河系multi-manned and multi-day spaceflight 多人多天太空飞行multistage rocket 多级火箭multistage rocket 多级火箭NASA(The National Aeronautics and Space Administration)美国航空航天管理局nozzle of the main engine 主发动机喷嘴orbit 轨道orbit the earth 绕地球飞行orbital module 轨道舱outer space; deep space 外太空payload capability 有效载荷能力propelling module 推进舱recoverable satellite 返回式卫星re-entry module 返回舱remote sensing satellite 遥感卫星satellite in Sun-synchronous orbit 太阳同步轨道卫星second stage 第二级service module 服务舱solar cell 太阳电池solar panel 太阳能电池板space elevator 太空升降舱space food 太空食物space outfits（space suits，gloves，boots，helmet etc.）太空服space physics exploration 空间物理探测space suit 航天服spacecraft 航天器Telstar 通信卫星third stage 第三级神舟七号ShenzhouVII(spacecraft)载人飞船mannedspaceship/spacecraft载人航天mannedspaceflight多人多天太空飞行multi-mannedan神舟七号ShenzhouVII(spacecraft)载人飞船mannedspaceship/spacecraft载人航天mannedspaceflight多人多天太空飞行multi-mannedandmulti-dayspaceflight载人航天计划mannedspaceprogram航天飞机spaceshuttle无人飞船unmannedspaceship/spacecraft试验太空船ExperimentalSpacecraft多级火箭multistagerocket太空舱capsule返回式卫星recoverablesatellite通信卫星communicationsatellite遥感卫星remotesensingsatellite运载火箭carrierrocket;rocketlauncher长征二号F运载火箭LongMarchIIFcarrierrocket有效载荷能力payloadcapability近地轨道lowEarthorbit调整轨道fine-tuneorbit绕地球飞行orbittheearth气象卫星weathersatellite/meteorologicalsatellite太阳同步轨道卫星satelliteinSun-synchronousorbit 同步轨道卫星geosynchronoussatellite轨道舱orbitalmodule返回舱re-entrymodule推进舱propellingmodule指令舱commandmodule服务舱servicemodule登月舱lunarmodule发射台launchpad紧急供氧装置emergencyoxygenapparatus空间物理探测spacephysicsexploration国际空间站InternationalSpaceStation太阳能电池板solarpanel太空升降舱spaceelevator哈勃太空望远镜HubbleSpaceTelescope月球车lunarrover外太空outerspace;deepspace银河系MilkyWay阿波罗号宇宙飞船Apollo中国空间技术研究院CAST(theChineseAcademyof SpaceTechnology)中国航天局CNSA（ChinaNationalSpaceAdministration）美国航空航天管理局NASA(TheNationalAeronauticsand SpaceAdministration)太空服spaceoutfits(spacesuits）太空食物spacefood着陆区landingarea主着陆场mainlandingfield/primarylandingsite accessflap接口盖antenna天线Apollo阿波罗号宇宙飞船artificialsatellite人造卫星ascentstage上升段astronaut航天员capsule太空舱descent stage 下降段directional antenna 定向天线emergency oxygen apparatus 应急供氧装置Experimental Spacecraft 试验太空船fine-tune orbit 调整轨道geosynchronous satellite 同步轨道卫星hatch 舱口lunar rover 月球车main landing field/ primary landing site 主着陆场Milky Way 银河系orbit the earth 绕地球飞行orbital module 轨道舱outer space; deep space 外太空payload capability 有效载荷能力propelling module 推进舱space physics exploration 空间物理探测space shuttle 航天飞机space suit 航天服spacecraft 航天器Telstar 通信卫星third stage 第三级unmanned spaceship / spacecraft 无人飞船weather satellite; meteorological satellite 气象卫星句子翻译：1992年8月9日，长征二号丁运载火箭在酒泉卫星发射中心成功发射第十三颗返回式卫星。
我想成为一名宇航员英语作文80词左右全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇1I Want to Be an AstronautEver since I was a tiny kid, I've dreamed of becoming an astronaut. I love looking up at the night sky and seeing all the bright stars twinkling. I imagine traveling through space, exploring strange new worlds, and experiencing things that no human has ever seen before!When I was in kindergarten, we had a unit on the solar system. That's when I first learned about the planets, the sun, the moon, and galaxies far, far away. My teacher brought in a special guest, a real astronaut who had been to space! He showed us videos of himself floating around with no gravity. It looked like so much fun! From that day on, I decided I wanted to be just like him when I grew up.In first grade, we went on a field trip to the science museum. They had a whole section devoted to space exploration. I got to climb inside a model of the international space station and pretend I was an astronaut on a mission. I even got to try on areal spacesuit! It was incredibly heavy but also really cool. I could hardly wait to put on a suit like that for real someday.Every year for my birthday, my parents get me presents related to space and astronomy. I have telescopes,glow-in-the-dark star maps, books about the planets and the history of NASA, and models of the space shuttle and rockets. Sometimes we'll go camping just so we can look up at the beautiful night sky without any city lights getting in the way.In second grade, I joined the astronomy club at school. We got to go on overnight field trips to places with really dark skies where you could see millions of stars. We learned how to find the constellations and distinguish the different planets. We even got to control a powerful telescope to zoom in on craters on the moon! It was amazing.For my latest science fair project, I built a model rocket and launched it way up into the sky. Watching it soar gave me chills imagining what a real rocket launch must feel like. I can't wait until I'm finally old enough to attend the real-life space camp and start my astronaut training!Being an astronaut seems like the most awesome job in the whole universe. You get to leave planet Earth and travel somewhere that hardly anyone goes. Every trip to space is anepic adventure full of new discoveries. And when you come back home, you're a hero who inspires other kids to shoot for the stars just like you!I know becoming an astronaut won't be easy. You have to be one of the best students in math, science, and engineering. You have to be in top physical shape and be brave enough to handle the extreme challenges of space travel. But I'm working hard every single day, and I'm determined to make my dream come true no matter what!Just imagining myself looking down at the beautiful Earth from the windows of a spaceship gives me goosebumps. I can picture taking my first steps on the surface of the moon or Mars, bouncing around in low gravity. And the thought of maybe one day being the first human to set foot on a brand new, unexplored planet? That would be the most mind-blowing experience ever!There's still so much of the universe left for us to investigate and understand. New galaxies and celestial bodies waiting to be discovered light years away from the tiny section of space we've already visited. That's why we need more and more astronauts to keep exploring the great unknown.I'm proud to say that I want to dedicate my life to the pursuit of cosmic exploration. To journey farther into space than any person has gone before. To unlock the secrets of the universe and share an out-of-this-world experience that most people only dream about. That's my biggest aspiration as a kid dreaming of the stars.I have a long road of studying and training ahead of me before I can become a full-fledged astronaut. But I'm going to work as hard as I can, learn as much as I can, and never stop reaching for that goal. Because when I imagine myself floating in zero gravity, looking back at our tiny blue planet... I know there's nothing else I'd rather be than an astronaut!篇2My Dream of Becoming an AstronautEver since I was a tiny kid, I've dreamed of becoming an astronaut and flying up into outer space. I remember learning about the planets and the stars in school and being totally amazed. The thought of actually going up there and seeing it all with my own eyes was so exciting!When I was in kindergarten, my parents took me to the science museum and we saw a movie about the InternationalSpace Station. Seeing those astronauts floating around without gravity just blew my mind. How cool would it be to experience that yourself? After the movie, we went to the exhibit on space exploration and I got to try on a real spacesuit. It was really heavy but I didn't care - I felt like a true astronaut!In first grade, we learned all about the moon landings and how Neil Armstrong was the first person to walk on the moon. I thought that was the most awesome thing ever. Just imagine: there's an entire world up there that humans had never set foot on until 1969. We studied the Apollo missions and I started collecting models and pictures of the lunar landers and moon buggies. I have a whole shelf dedicated to my moon mission stuff.Last year in second grade, we did a whole unit on the solar system. That's when I became obsessed with Mars. The Red Planet just looks so alien and mysterious. Did you know it's nicknamed the "Red Planet" because of rusty iron in the soil? How wild is that? We got to make models of Mars' two tiny moons, Phobos and Deimos. My Deimos model is still hanging from my bedroom ceiling on a string.I find everything about space so fascinating. Learning about black holes, supernovas, galaxies far far away, and planets withrings or bizarre colours or극anic atmospheres - it all amazes me.I could spend hours reading books and watching videos about space exploration. I really want to travel through the inky blackness between stars and planets and see it all with my own eyes someday.That's why I've decided I simply have to become an astronaut when I grow up. I know it won't be easy - you have to be crazy smart in math, science, and engineering. Not to mention being in perfect health and having incredible mental and physical stamina. But I'm willing to work as hard as I possibly can to make this dream a reality.I'm already preparing by getting great grades, especially in subjects like math, technology, and astronomy. I joined the science club at school so I can start learning to design and build things like robots and rockets. My parents are supporting me and saying if I keep up my dedication, I can achieve anything I set my mind to.Everyone says the life of an astronaut is really difficult and demanding. You have to spend years training in extreme conditions to get your body used to the harsh environment of space. Not to mention the rocket launches put intense forces onyour body. And living for months in a cramped spacecraft is definitely not glamorous!But to me, all of those challenges just make the job sound even more exciting. I'm not afraid of a little hard work and sacrifice if it means I get to leave Earth's atmosphere and explore strange new worlds. Maybe I'll even get to take part in building the first human colony on Mars! How awesome would that be?!There are so many mysteries of the universe left to uncover, and so many thrilling discoveries waiting to be made. New planets orbiting distant stars, weird forms of alien life, technological breakthroughs that could transform society - who knows what's really out there? I want to be one of the brave space pioneers making those amazing finds and pushing the boundaries of exploration.I know the astronaut training program is ultra-competitive and only an elite few get selected. But I'm determined to be one of them. When I imagine getting that phone call telling me I've been chosen to be an astronaut for NASA or SpaceX or whatever space agency ends up making history, it gives me chills. All my childhood dreams would be coming true!That first launch into orbit would be so nerve-wracking yet篇3My Dream of Becoming an AstronautEver since I was a tiny kid, I've been fascinated by the night sky. I remember lying on the grass in our backyard, staring up at the twinkling stars and the bright moon, wondering what it would be like to float amongst them. That's when I decided - I want to be an astronaut when I grow up!Being an astronaut seems like the coolest job in the entire universe. Can you imagine blasting off in a huge rocket ship, leaving Earth behind, and traveling through the inky blackness of space? It gives me goosebumps just thinking about it! I'd get to experience weightlessness and bounce around the spacecraft like a bouncy ball. How fun would that be?But it's not all just fun and games up there. Astronauts have very important work to do, like studying the planets, moons, stars, and other mysteries of the cosmos. They conduct experiments and make new discoveries that help us learn more about our universe and how it works. By unraveling space's secrets, maybe one day we'll find other planets with life or even alien civilizations! Wouldn't that be incredible?Living and working in space seems both exciting and challenging. Astronauts need tremendous courage and determination because spaceflight is very dangerous. They spend months training rigorously for every mission, practicing everything from operating the spacecraft to doing spacewalks while tethered to the outside of the vessel. I'm sure it's not easy being crammed into a tiny capsule for weeks or months at a time either. At least they get to look out the windows at the breathtaking views of Earth and the galazy!I know becoming an astronaut won't be easy. I'll have to study really hard, especially math, science, and engineering. I'll need excellent physical fitness too. But I'm willing to put in the hard work and make sacrifices to make my dream a reality. The chance to soar among the stars and make new discoveries for all humanity would be worth it!I have a long road ahead of me, but I'm determined to achieve my goal. I imagine one day leaving my bootprints on the surface of Mars or setting up a lunar colony. Who knows, maybe I'll even be one of the first people to travel to another star system light years away! The future of space exploration is full of possibilities.With my head in the stars and my feet on the ground, I'm ready to reach for the heavens. Astronaut Eric, blazing new trails across the final frontier - I can't wait!篇4I Want to Be an AstronautEver since I was a little kid, I've dreamed of becoming an astronaut. The idea of traveling through space and exploring other planets and galaxies has always fascinated me. I can't even begin to imagine how thrilling it would be to look out the window of a spacecraft and see the Earth from way up high in the sky!Being an astronaut seems like the most exciting job in the whole wide world. You get to leave Earth behind and float around in zero gravity like you're in a magical anti-gravity chamber. How cool would that be? I've seen videos of astronauts living and working on the International Space Station, and it looks like so much fun. They get to do all kinds of neat experiments that you could never do on Earth because of gravity. Like making bubbles of water just float in midair! I would love to try that.Space travel also lets you experience amazing adventures that no one else ever gets to have. Can you picture what it would be like to take a spacecraft all the way to Mars or even farther out to the rings of Saturn or Jupiter? Exploring alien worlds and celestial wonders that humans have only seen through telescopes would be mindblowing. And you'd get to look back at our home planet Earth hanging like a bright blue marble in the blackness of space. What an incredible view that must be!Being an astronaut involves lots of other challenges too, like having to live for months at a time crammed into a tiny spacecraft with just a few other people. You'd have to get along really well with your crew and not fight over small stuff. And you'd have to be physically fit and healthy, because going to space puts a lot of strain on your body with the extreme temperatures, radiation, and lack of gravity. I already try to eat right and exercise regularly so I can start preparing myself.There are so many reasons why I hope I'll get to travel to space someday as an astronaut. Ever since human beings first walked on the Moon during the Apollo missions, space exploration has led to incredible scientific breakthroughs and an amazing expansion of our knowledge about the universe we live in. Sending astronauts farther out into space could lead to evenmore fascinating discoveries about life on other planets or how galaxies and stars form. And who knows, maybe one day astronauts will find proof that there is intelligent alien life somewhere out there! That would be one of the most significant events in all of human history.I feel like astronauts also have an important job inspiring the rest of us to keep pursuing our dreams and never stop exploring and learning about the great mysteries of the cosmos. Picturing brave spacefarers venturing boldly into the unknown makes me feel like anything is possible as long as you work hard and never give up on your ambitions. Astronauts give us the courage to tackle difficult challenges and keep striving to achieve the "impossible."So those are the main reasons why I want to dedicate my life to one day journeying into outer space as an astronaut. I know the path won't be easy and I'll face many struggles along the way. But the thrill of space travel and getting to uncover the secrets of the universe would make all the hard work and sacrifice worth it a million times over. I'm ready to do whatever it takes to make my dream a reality, because viewing the Earth from miles above while floating effortlessly through the inky blackness of space sounds like the most magical adventure anyone could everexperience. Becoming an astronaut may seem like an impossible longshot, but I believe nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it! Shooting for the stars is what I was born to do.篇5Title: My Dream of Becoming an AstronautEver since I was a tiny kid, I've been dreaming of becoming an astronaut. Whenever I gaze up at the twinkling stars in the night sky, I feel a sense of wonder and excitement. The thought of exploring the vast mysteries of the universe fills me with joy and curiosity.When I was in kindergarten, my favorite book was "Astronaut Annie's Cosmic Adventure." I would spend hours poring over the colorful pages, marveling at the illustrations of Annie floating in her spacecraft, gazing out at planets and stars. I knew then that I wanted to be just like Annie, soaring through the cosmos and making incredible discoveries.Last year, our class took a field trip to the local science museum. We got to see real spacesuits and rockets up close! I was practically bouncing with excitement. The guide told us all about the incredible journey astronauts go through to get trained for space travel. They have to undergo rigorous physicaland mental tests, learn how to operate complex machinery, and study for years and years. It sounded challenging, but I was more determined than ever to make my dream a reality.At home, I love to build rocket models out of cardboard boxes and paper towel rolls. I decorate them with stickers and markers, imagining all the different planets and moons they could explore. Sometimes, I'll wear my homemade "spacesuit" (really just my rain boots and a bike helmet) and act out whole missions in my backyard. "Houston, we have lift off!" I'll shout as I launch my rocket into the sky. My little brother thinks I'm crazy, but I don't care. To me, it's all part of the training!In school, science is my absolute favorite subject. I soak up every lesson on planets, stars, and the vast expanse of our galaxy.I ask my teacher a million questions, like "What does it feel like to be in zero gravity?" and "Have we discovered any aliens yet?" She always answers patiently and encourages my enthusiasm. Last week, we did an experiment growing plants without soil, just like they do on the International Space Station. It was so neat!When I grow up, I'll have to study extremely hard in all my science and math classes. I'll need to become an expert on physics, engineering, and astronomy. I'll have to exercise every single day to get in top physical shape. It won't be easy, but I'mready to work as hard as I possibly can. Nothing is going to stop me from reaching for the stars!I can't wait to finally leave Earth's atmosphere and gaze out at the vivid colors and swirling clouds of the planets up close. Maybe I'll even get to walk on the surface of Mars someday! No matter where my astronaut journey takes me, you can be sure I'll approach it with a spirit of adventure, curiosity, and wonder. The mysteries of the cosmos are calling to me, and I'm going to try my very best to unravel them. Look out, universe - here I come!篇6I Want to Be an AstronautEver since I was a little kid, I've dreamed of becoming an astronaut and traveling to space. It all started when my dad took me to the science museum and we watched a movie about the planets and stars. Seeing pictures of faraway galaxies and watching a rocket blast off into space totally blew my mind!After that, I became obsessed with space. I read every book about astronauts and planets that I could find. I made my parents take me to the planetarium to see the giant domed ceiling with stars projected all over it. For my 8th birthday, I evenasked for a NASA space shuttle toy and a glow-in-the-dark solar system model to hang on my bedroom ceiling.I just think space is the coolest thing ever. Imagine getting to fly a rocket ship and see the Earth from way up above the clouds! It would be amazing to experience weightlessness and float around with no gravity pulling you down. I've seen videos of astronauts drinking balls of water and the blobs just hovering in the air. How awesome is that?Exploring other planets would be an out-of-this-world adventure too. I'd love to be the first kid to walk on Mars and look up at the rust-colored sky. Maybe I could drive a rover vehicle across the rocky red surface while video-calling my class back on Earth. "Hi guys, I'm calling you live from Mars!" Then they'd all be crazy jealous of me.Another awesome part of being an astronaut is getting to conduct cool science experiments that you can't do on Earth because of gravity. I'd get to test things like how fire behaves in zero-G and if a feather and a hammer really do fall at the same speed in space. I could mix together different chemicals and solutions to see what wacky reactions happen. Who knows what new discoveries I might accidentally stumble upon?Living on a space station would be a trip too. I'd get to eat food from squeezable pouches and sleep velcroed to a wall. Every day I'd get to gaze out at the stars and planets while slowly orbiting the Earth. Maybe I'd even be lucky enough to see some spectacular cosmic events like a meteor shower streaking across the blackness of space, or the Northern Lights shimmering across the heavens.There would be a million awesome reasons to become an astronaut. But I have to admit, part of me really wants that job for one main reason - because it would be so unbelievably cool! I can't think of anything more exciting than climbing into a rocket and soaring off to tour the final frontier. That has to be absolutely the dopest job in the entire universe.Even then, competition to get hired by NASA is insanely difficult. They only select a few new candidates every couple of years out of thousands and thousands of applicants. I'll have to be at the absolute top of my game and get the kind of perfect record and top test scores that allow me to stand out from the pack. Maybe I'll even have to learn Russian or Chinese to qualify for potential joint space missions.Having skills like scuba diving, rock climbing, or flying airplanes could make me a more appealing candidate. And ofcourse, I'll have to be in incredible physical shape by running, swimming, and lifting weights every single day with no slacking off. Astronauts also need to have excellent teamwork skills and he ability to remain calm under immense pressure.So basically, it will take an astronomical amount of hard work and dedication to even have a shot at this dream career. The odds of being selected are slim to none. There will be times I'll feel like giving up because it just seems too difficult and competitive. That's why more than anything, I'll need an。
Unit 7Exploration is an important survival strategy in evolution.探索是进化过程中一个重要的生存策略。
The migration of expansive species depends on exploring their immediate or distant surroundings for new food sources or safe habitats; it can also come as a result of population pressures or environmental changes.数量不断扩张的物种的迁移有赖于对临近或遥远的新的食物来源或安全的栖息地进行探索，这是人口压力或是环境变化的结果。
The human species has added another reason for exploration, namely curiosity. This intellectual urge to explore the unknown led the great European explorers to the Americas, Australia and Antarctica between the fifteenth and seventeenth centuries.而人类还增加了另外一个探索的原因，即好奇心。
这种对未知事物进行探索的思想冲动引领着伟大的欧洲探险家们在15世纪到17世纪之间来到了美洲，澳大利亚和南极洲。
Inquisitiveness about nature is also the driving force behind humans exploring the polar caps, climbing mountain peaks and diving into the abysses of the oceans.对大自然的好奇心同样也是人类探索极地冰冠，攀登山峰和潜入海底背后的驱动力。
双语热点：神舟十二飞船出征！附外太空英文词汇神舟十二号中国载人航天飞船已经准备就绪，瞄准北京时间6月17日9时22分发射。
飞行乘组由航天员聂海胜、刘伯明和汤洪波组成，聂海胜担任指令长，备份航天员为翟志刚、王亚平、叶光富。
The Shenzhou-12 manned spaceship will be launched at 9:22 am Thursday (Beijing Time) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, announced the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) on Wednesday.The spaceship will take three male astronauts -- Nie Haisheng, Liu Boming and Tang Hongbo -- into space for the construction of China's space station, said Ji Qiming, assistant to the director of the CMSA, at a press conference held at the launch center.这3名航天员将成为空间站天和核心舱的首批“入住人员”，他们将执行天地同步作息制度进行工作生活，开展舱外维修维护、设备更换、科学应用载荷等一系列操作。
驻留约3个月后，搭乘飞船返回舱返回东风着陆场。
神舟十二号3名宇航员简介我们中国人创造了属于自己的空间站，送我们自己的航天员上九天揽月，而我们的目标，是无尽的星辰大海。
致敬英雄，祝愿凯旋归来！Here are some basic facts about the three astronauts:聂海胜：再上苍穹Born in 1964, Nie became an astronaut in 1998 and has been to space twice, on the Shenzhou-6 and Shenzhou-10 missions.Shenzhou-6, conducted in 2005, was China's first space mission with more than one astronaut, while Shenzhou-10, launched in 2013, tested docking technology.Nie, the most experienced crew member, will lead the team on the Shenzhou-12 mission, including long-time operations outside the cabin aided by machine arms.He is the oldest astronaut in China. "I just want to go to space," he said before the Shenzhou-10 mission.In a separate press conference with the three astronauts, Nie told reporters that he felt fortunate to be among the first people to enter the Chinese space station."We have the blessings of the people, the support of the staff and the skills learned from training," he said. "I'm confident we can successfully carry out this mission."刘伯明：满怀信心迎接一切挑战Liu is not young either. Born in 1966, he was selected as an astronaut together with Nie Haisheng.During the Shenzhou-7 mission in 2008, Liu helped Zhai Zhigang to conduct a spacewalk.Liu learned about manned space missions during high school and applied to be come a military pilot without the knowledge of his parents. He became a fighter jet pilot in 1990 and has recorded more than 1,000 hours of safe flying.He is a major general in the People's Liberation Army.This time, Liu is facing a much harder job."I have to stay longer outside of the cabin and carry out much more complicated jobs," he told reporters. "But we have gone through systematic training sessions and will wear our new-generation space suits. I have more confidence to finish my job than last time."汤洪波：这一次，我的坐骑是火箭Tang, 45, is a second-generation astronaut with 11 years of experience. It took much longer than he expected to be selected for a real space mission."I knew I had to remain tough," he told CMG. "But I didn't know I needed to stay tou gh for such a long time."He was a backup astronaut for 2016's Shenzhou-11 mission."I have been preparing for the last decade," he said. "I hope I can spend my next decade contributing to the space station."Tang admitted he's a bit nervous about the mission."There's some pressure definitely," he told media. "But I believe I can turn the stress into motivation."Two other astronauts, Deng Qingming and Ye Guangfu, had been rumored to be among the Shenzhou-12 astronauts. Ye has been selected to be a backup for the mission, together with Zhai Zhigang and Wang Yaping.orbit英[ˈɔ:bɪt] 美[ˈɔ:rbɪt]n.asteriod英[ˈæstərɔɪd] 美[ˈæstəˌrɔɪdcomet英[ˈkɒmɪt] 美[ˈkɑ:mət]n.star英[stɑ:(r)] 美[stɑr]n.constellation英[ˌkɒnstəˈleɪʃn] 美[ˌkɑ:nstəˈleɪʃn]n.THE SOUTHERN CROSSn.The Big Dippern.solar eclipse英[ˈsəuləiˈklips] 美[ˈsolɚɪˈklɪps]n.lunar eclipse英[ˈlju:nəiˈklips] 美[ˈlunɚɪˈklɪps]n.galaxy英[ˈgæləksi] 美[ˈɡæləksi]n.telescope英[ˈtelɪskəʊp] 美[ˈtelɪskoʊp]n.astronaut英[ˈæstrənɔ:t] 美[ˈæstrəˌnɔt]spacecraft英[ˈspeɪskrɑ:ft] 美[ˈspeɪskræft]n.rocket英[ˈrɒkɪt] 美[ˈrɑ:kɪt]n.space proben.lunar module美[ˈluːnər ˈmɑːdʒuːl] 英[ˈluːnə(r) ˈmɒdjuːl]n.此外，你知道中国的航天事业给英语贡献了一个极有中国特色英语新词吗？说到“宇航员”，你第一反应想到的词是不是“astronaut”？但你知道吗，不同国家的宇航员还拥有不一样的说法。
