During a Legislative Council meeting on Jan. 8, Secretary for Innovation, Technology, and Industry Sun Dong announced the establishment of the Hong Kong Space Robotics and Energy Center under the InnoHK platform.
The center aims to complete international cooperation projects commissioned by the National Space Administration's Lunar Exploration and Space Engineering Center.
Led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, the center collaborates with other local universities, including the HKU, CUHK, PolyU, and CityU. The center will develop a multifunctional lunar operation robot capable of precise operations and wireless charging, which will play a key role in the Chang'e 8 mission planned for launch in 2028. This mission will carry out five tasks and is expected to deploy 14 scientific payloads.
Sun highlighted that the multifunctional robot will conduct scientific exploration and equipment installation in extreme lunar conditions while providing wireless charging for various lunar devices to enhance exploration and collaboration capabilities. The National Space Administration may adjust mission details as needed.
Additionally, to foster the development of Hong Kong's innovation and technology industry, the government encourages enterprises to establish new smart manufacturing facilities in the region, leveraging local resources to develop innovative products and services. The aerospace technology sector is identified as a strategic emerging industry, and the government has engaged with mainland aerospace companies to encourage collaboration with Hong Kong's research capabilities.
Sun reiterated the government's commitment to supporting cooperation between Hong Kong and mainland aerospace cities, aiming to leverage local research strengths and contribute to the nation's aerospace endeavors.
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