China is preparing to drill through the Earth's mantle: the unique Meng Xiang ship will embark on an expedition
China is creating the Meng Xiang research ship, which will be the first in the world to drill through the Earth's mantle. The unique drilling rig will reach a depth of 11,000 meters, and the expedition will begin in 2025.
China is preparing for a historic expedition that will open up new horizons in geology. The Meng Xiang research ship will become the world's first vessel capable of drilling through the Earth's mantle. A drilling rig is installed on board, designed to reach depths of up to 11,000 meters below sea level.
The $470 million project will allow scientists to take samples of the mantle to study the composition, formation processes and plate tectonics. This is a significant step in understanding the structure of our planet and its evolution.
Meng Xiang will embark on its maiden voyage in 2025. This mission will be a breakthrough for science, providing unique data about the deep layers of the Earth that were previously inaccessible. The success of the project may open up new prospects in geological research and resource extraction.
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