Chinese Astronauts Inspect Debris-Damaged Shenzhou 20, Install Protection in 8-Hour Spacewalk

• * Chinese astronauts performed an 8-hour spacewalk to inspect damage on the Shenzhou 20 capsule.
• * The EVA confirmed cracks in Shenzhou 20's windows, believed to be caused by space debris.
• * Astronauts installed a debris protection system and replaced a temperature adapter cover.
• * Shenzhou 20 was deemed unsafe for crew re-entry, leading its crew to return on Shenzhou 21.
• * Wu Fei, 32, became the youngest Chinese astronaut to perform a spacewalk during this mission.

Why It Matters: Space debris poses a serious risk to spacecraft and astronaut safety.