中国在空间成功测试了金属3D打印,标志着在轨道制造中迈出了一大步。 China successfully tested metal 3D printing in space, marking a major step in in-orbit manufacturing.

中国利用2026年1月12日从久泉发射的利洪-1Y1亚轨道飞行器上发射的可回收有效载荷,在空间成功进行了第一次金属3D打印实验。 China successfully conducted its first metal 3D printing experiment in space using a retrievable payload launched aboard the Lihong-1 Y1 suborbital vehicle from Jiuquan on January 12, 2026. 有效载荷达到约120公里高度,是微重力中自主制造的金属部件,克服了物质运输、控制系统和协调方面的挑战。 Reaching about 120 kilometers altitude, the payload autonomously fabricated metal components in microgravity, overcoming challenges in material transport, control systems, and coordination. 该胶囊安全返回,使科学家能够分析熔化池动态和部分质量。 The capsule returned safely, enabling scientists to analyze melt pool dynamics and part quality. 这一里程碑将中国的在轨制造从地面测试推进到实际空间验证。 This milestone advances China’s in-orbit manufacturing from ground testing to real-space validation. Lihong-1 Y1号可重用设备也携带玫瑰种子,目前正在升级,用于乘员任务和空间旅游。 The reusable Lihong-1 Y1 also carried rose seeds and is being upgraded for crewed missions and space tourism.