The lander and the ascender of Chang'e-5 will combine together during the spacecraft's lunar orbit. The combination will change the spacecraft's course to a lower altitude for two orbits in coordination with the circumlunar flight of the orbiter and the returner. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
Chang'e-5's combination of the lander and ascender will land on the moon. The landing process will last for about 15 minutes. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
The lander and ascender are scheduled to stay on the moon for two days, carrying out scientific exploration of the lunar surface including collecting and packaging samples. At the same time, the combinations of the lander, the ascender, the orbiter and the returner must fully prepare for docking in the lunar orbital rendezvous and sample transference. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
In the ascending stage, the ascender and the combination of the orbiter and the returner will be accurately maneuvered taking into account measurement, control illumination and attitude demands to guarantee a smooth docking. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
