Our Quartz Glass Embarks on a Celestial Journey with Shenzhou XII!

On June 17, 1967, China successfully detonated its first hydrogen bomb. Fifty-four years later, the Shenzhou XII spacecraft was launched flawlessly—another monumental achievement written by Chinese hands in the nation’s manned space program, marking significant progress in constructing China’s space station.

Joining the three astronauts on their voyage to space is radiation-resistant quartz glass manufactured by the Quartz Institute of the China Building Materials Academy (under China National Building Materials Group). This critical material has been utilized in missions like Chang’e, Beidou, and Shenzhou! With its ability to withstand cosmic rays and block ultraviolet radiation, it is specifically designed for solar sensor optical windows in high-orbit satellites, offering advantages such as extended operational lifespan and stable performance in orbit.

Our expedition spans the vast ocean of stars and boundless universe. Looking ahead, builders of advanced materials will align with national strategic priorities, uphold self-reliance, accelerate technological innovation, and continue contributing cutting-edge solutions—embodying the wisdom and strength of building materials science—to propel China’s space endeavors forward.