"Japan's SLIM Moon Lander Awakens and Resumes Operations on Lunar Surface"

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"Japan's SLIM Moon Lander Awakens and Resumes Operations on Lunar Surface"
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Japan's moon lander, SLIM, has entered a two-week dormancy period during the lunar night after briefly awakening and carrying out scientific observations. The lander, which landed at a wonky angle last month, will attempt to resume its mission when the sun shines on its solar cells again in mid-February. Despite facing challenges, including engine problems and a sideways landing, the spacecraft successfully completed observations with its high-spec camera and is part of Japan's efforts in space exploration.

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