NASA has announced delays to its ambitious Artemis Moon program, pushing the crewed Artemis II mission to April 2026 and the lunar landing Artemis III mission to mid-2027. The delays stem from an investigation into the Orion spacecraft’s heat shield after issues were discovered during the Artemis I mission.
The German space agency DLR has released initial results from a radiation study conducted during NASA’s Artemis I mission. The findings indicate that radiation levels inside shielded areas of the Orion spacecraft are within acceptable limits, providing a positive outlook for future lunar missions. The study also highlighted the importance of spacecraft orientation in minimizing radiation exposure.
NASA is preparing for the Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight of its powerful SLS rocket. The launch vehicle stage adapter, a crucial component connecting the rocket’s core to the upper stage, has begun its journey to the Kennedy Space Center. This massive piece of equipment is vital for the success of the mission and highlights NASA’s continued commitment to returning astronauts to the moon.
NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, the powerful vehicle designed to carry astronauts to the Moon, has completed its journey from New Orleans to Florida. The rocket, standing at an impressive 322 feet tall, arrived at the Kennedy Space Center after a more than two-week journey by barge. The arrival marks a significant step forward for the Artemis II mission, which will see the SLS rocket launch four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon.
NASA’s powerful Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, set to carry four astronauts on the Artemis II mission to the moon, has begun its journey to the Kennedy Space Center. The rocket’s core stage, a massive 213-foot-tall structure, is being transported on a barge after departing NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility. The Artemis II mission, scheduled for September 2025, will mark the return of humans to lunar orbit for the first time since 1972, paving the way for a future lunar landing mission.
Union Defense Minister has highlighted the positive remarks made by a Pakistani leader on India’s growth, stating that even Pakistan recognizes India’s emergence as a powerful nation. The minister also highlighted India’s economic progress, stating that it is expected to rank third globally in terms of wealth by 2027.
A recent report highlights concerns about the heat shield of NASA’s Orion capsule, intended for future moon missions with astronauts. During the Artemis I uncrewed flight, the shield experienced more wear than expected, raising safety concerns. NASA is addressing the issue through potential modifications or reentry trajectory adjustments. The launch date for Artemis II has been postponed to September 2025 to accommodate additional testing and safety measures.
NASA’s Space Launch System rocket has rolled out to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center in preparation for the Artemis I moon mission. The uncrewed flight is a critical test of the SLS and Orion spacecraft before future missions carrying astronauts. The launch is targeted for August 29th, 2022.
