Tag: lunar exploration
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Japan Gears Up for Potential Comeback of SLIM Moon Lander: Signs of Revival in Space Mission”
Despite its recent landing failure, Japan’s pioneering moon lander, SLIM (“Smart Lander for Investigating Moon”), may have another opportunity. The spaceship, which landed on the moon, was in danger when its solar panels failed to generate electricity. However, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) reported that SLIM is still alive and being worked on. After…
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Peregrine Moon Lander Abandons Lunar Landing Mission Amid Uncontrollable Fuel Leak
Propulsion system anomalies hampered Astrobotic’s Peregrine moon lander, launched on United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan Centaur rocket. A propellant leak prevents the lander from orienting itself for solar panel charge, preventing a gentle moon landing. Despite the disaster, the mission crew found a silver lining: Peregrine had 40 hours of fuel, exceeding earlier expectations. Peregrine’s Lunar…
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After Launch, Private Peregrine Moon Lander Loses Fuel, Threatening Mission
The Vulcan Centaur rocket launched Astrobotic’s Peregrine lunar lander, but its propulsion system failed shortly after. The January 8 issue is predicted to derail Peregrine’s moon mission. Astrobotic admitted the propulsion system failure and attempted propellant stabilization. After attempts to ameliorate the problem, the mission prioritized scientific data collection and is considering alternative mission profiles.…
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NASA Explores Lunar Science while ULA’s Vulcan Rocket Receives Approval for January 8 Liftoff
NASA is preparing for its Certification-1 flight test on January 8, 2024, using ULA’s Vulcan rocket. NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) effort aims to launch the first Astrobotic Peregrine commercial lunar lander to a highly elliptical orbit 220,000 miles above Earth to intercept the Moon. Five instruments contribute to lunar science in the cargo.…
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A Glimpse into the Most Anticipated Space Missions of 2024
NASA’s OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample return and India’s Chandrayaan-3 lunar south pole exploration were notable space projects in 2023. The anticipation for further interesting space exploration continues in 2024. NASA’s Ambitious Lunar and Martian Missions: A Glimpse into the Exciting 2024 Space Exploration NASA’s Artemis and Commercial Lunar Payload Services missions will target the Moon. If…