Closer look at Shenzhou 7 landing site

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As the deceleration parachute and the main parachute are  opened, the capsule will drop slowly.

As the deceleration parachute and the main parachute are opened, the capsule will drop slowly. When the capsule is just a meter above the ground, the capsule's four reverse-thrust engines will ignite to ensure a soft landing, at a speed of about one or two meters per second.

It is extremely important to select a location that can  withstand the heat and pressure from the re-entry capsule.

It is extremely important to select a location that can withstand the heat and pressure from the re-entry capsule.